leap to victory
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william arens & vivian petrozza
Girls’ Track is at the height of their season currently with five meets completed and more to come. With their current 1-1 outdoor record, they hope to continue to perform well in their next meets.
Having Conferences and Sectionals ahead of them, they are making sure to put in the work and hopefully be successful.
What has been a highlight? “The highlight of this season is indoor State for sure,” Eleanor Wendlinger, sophomore, said. “This was my first time qualifying and just competing with so many kids at a high level was new and exciting for me.”
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “Something that I’m looking forward to this season is getting better and hopefully winning Conference and Sectionals,” Wendlinger said.
running round
- allison breuker
Stepping up to the starting line. Deep breaths. By the time the committed runners exhale, BOOM, the gun shrieks and the runners are off. Roaring voices come from the bleachers, cheering on each talented runner. The Boys’ Track season is all about working together as a team. Communication and teamwork are key, especially preparing for a race.
What has been a highlight? “Everyone’s work ethic. They put in the hard work and are ready to go everyday,” Douglas Padgett, short sprints coach, said.
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “I am most excited to run the 400m and 4×800, because the 400m is my main event,” Kwaku Awuah, junior, said. “Me and my teammates are going after a school record this season: 50 seconds.”
par putting
- ioannis tripologos
Lining up his putt, Colten Mulcahy, freshman, stands over his ball. According to Mulcahy improving the team’s relationship has been extremely important to the team so far this season.
In hopes of playing well this season, the entire Boys’ Golf team has been practicing almost daily for their matches and tournaments.
Besides the fact that matches and tournaments are part of being on the team, a good offseason will help you just as much. “There have been many highlights during our offseason such as practicing, going to dinner with my teammates, and competing against each other while still having fun,” Mulcahy said.
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “I am looking forward to having a good season, bonding with my team and placing well as a team in tournaments and matches,” Mulcahy said.
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “We’re looking forward to going to State because we barely missed it last year,” Cole Eplawy, junior, said.
go for the ace
- kennedy tarver
As spring approaches, the Boys’ Volleyball team is springing into action as the anticipation builds for their very first season.
With wins and losses, the Boys’ Volleyball team has kept a record of 7-6. “It’s been a crazy season so far but it’s all experimental,” Aaron Bobb, senior, said.
Despite the losses, many exciting things have happened this season like the team going to Lafayette for a tournament and the win of 2-3 against Andrean for the boys’ senior night.
Looking ahead, with more games, practicing technique, excitement and more dedication, the team looks forward to more wins and trying their best as a team.
What has been a highlight? “The best thing so far is sweeping Andrean on senior night,” Jack Macdonald, senior, said.
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “Looking ahead, with more games and more dedication, the team hopes to win more and is trying their best as a team. “I’m looking most forward to Sectionals and games in general,” Bobb said.
pitching heat
- brennan rommelfanger
The Baseball Team has been working hard this offseason preparing to be the top team in the Conference. In hopes of being the top team, the entire team has been training for games and tournaments.
What has been a highlight? “The highlight of our season was visiting the superman statue in Metropolis Illinois,” Billy Goldman, senior, said. He said he is very excited to play Lake Central this season and he feels confident their team will have greater success than last year. “I am really enjoying my senior season so far and am excited for what is yet to come,” Goldman said.
What is your goal for this season? “My goal for this season is to win more games and hopefully win the Sectional title,” Owen Roberts, junior, said.
swinging towards the top
- kenley smith
The Softball Team’s record is currently 6-4 overall, and 1-0 in Conference games. This winning record has them on track to become Conference champions, which is one of their many goals this season. The team finds they have more success when they incorporate a lot of team bonding events. They recently participated in their annual lock-in the weekend of March 22. All of the players in the program slept over in the school to do team building activities, play games and get to know one another.
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “It is important to compete against high level teams, develop our athletic skills, maintain good grades,” Coach Jill Perez said. “And do all of this in a positive, supportive environment.”
back to the turf
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william arens & vivian petrozza
The Boys’ and Girls’ Lacrosse teams have gotten into the swing of things and are in the height of their season right now.The boys recently competed in a tournament in Evansville where they went 0-4. The girls’ team have had a couple tough losses are looking to rebound.
Their teams are looking forward to improving their game and trying out new strategies. “We are trying new tactics and approaches for our defense and attack players, and we are succeeding at creating goals and plans for future games,” Meghan Mulcahy, captain of the Girls’ Lacrosse team, said. Although the boys now have a 0-6 record and girls a 0-5 record, they have spent hours practicing in hopes for a comeback, and to both win their upcoming games.
What has been a highlight? “A highlight from our season was our tournament in Evansville because we all did our best and made great improvements,” Nikola Petrovic, freshman, said.
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “I’m looking forward to winning,” Dylan Connolly, sophomore, said.
set and match
- janet fonseca
The Girls’ Tennis team is starting their new season with a lot of new goals and looks forward to their upcoming games. “I think we can end up surprising a lot of people this year with the talent that we have,” coach Patrick Spohr, wwms teacher, said. The next game is at home today against Portage.
The team has been at work, waiting for their season to start. They have been training weights in the mornings, but now that they are in season, they also have been training every day. “Honestly I have improved a lot, and have gotten a lot stronger thanks to the workouts and training that we have been doing,” Claire Han, junior, said. “I feel like we will have a really great season.”
What has been a highlight? “Just going to practice with my team,” Han said. “And chanting with them, since it’s always super fun when we all scream our lungs out.”
What is something the team is looking forward to this season? “We haven’t been able to win Sectionals, but I think that is something that will change this year,” Risha Panigrahi, junior, said.
