2010 Season Wrap-up
Wednesday May 26 2010 Filed in: News
Well,
we’ve just wrapped up another season of Central Seattle
Wolfpack Lacrosse. Last weekend’s final games took
place at Eastside Catholic. The 5/6 team lost a
heartbreaker in OT 9-8, in a game that was perhaps the
most exciting MS game of the season. We had rain--lots
of it. We had scoring--lots of it. We had defense--lots
of it. We just happened to end up on the short end
though.
There was one time when Mary, at the table, looked over to Coach Quincy and said, “...Hey I think they are actually playing lacrosse!” Coach looked back and had to agree--in fact they were playing GOOD lacrosse! The 5/6 guys finished their season at 8-4-0.
The 7/8 had a somewhat easier time posting an 11-4 victory over their Eastside Catholic counterparts. In what was assistant coach Brian Schulz’s swan song, the 7/8 guys commanded the game from the very start. Near the end, attack men were playing defense, and defenders were taking shots. The senior guys ended their season with a splendid 10-2-0 record.
Last Sunday the Wolfpack held its End of Season Party at Genesee Field. League Coordinator Ryan Kelly provided burgers and dogs, and party attendees provided everything else. The weather cooperated, everyone got plenty to eat, and we were able to thank the coaches and the parent volunteers who have contributed their time and effort that helped make this season as successful as it was. We’ve added a few photos of the event to the Photo Album.
We’d especially like to thank Peter Vogt, the 7/8 head coach who has leant his expertise and passion for the game to us for the past 4 years. He coached this past year despite an incredibly busy schedule and the fact that he did not even have a player in the program! His will be missed by us all, but we wish him well.
We’d also like to congratulate the 5/6 coach, Quincy Milton who will be returning next year to take over the 7/8 slot. Greg Fimmano, our 3/4 coach and all around good guy will be returning as the 3/4 coach next year. Thanks also to all the assistant coaches for your time as well; you are all welcomed back if you so choose!
As we head into the summer, it’s a good idea to try and keep those skills sharp. Check the WALAX Summer Program Listings for Lax related camps and activities in your area. Also, you can check out the Lax Conditioning Page for some exercises and drills you can do without spending the money on camps, etc.
Thanks for all your support and kind comments and suggestions regarding our program. We have enjoyed the season and as hard as it is to believe, there is actually a small part of us looking forward to next season already--although we are taking a few deep breaths in relief that it’s over for now!
There will be few updates to this site until next season’s registration, which will start sometime in November 2010. If you have any questions or comments in the meantime, do not hesitate to drop us a line.
There was one time when Mary, at the table, looked over to Coach Quincy and said, “...Hey I think they are actually playing lacrosse!” Coach looked back and had to agree--in fact they were playing GOOD lacrosse! The 5/6 guys finished their season at 8-4-0.
The 7/8 had a somewhat easier time posting an 11-4 victory over their Eastside Catholic counterparts. In what was assistant coach Brian Schulz’s swan song, the 7/8 guys commanded the game from the very start. Near the end, attack men were playing defense, and defenders were taking shots. The senior guys ended their season with a splendid 10-2-0 record.
Last Sunday the Wolfpack held its End of Season Party at Genesee Field. League Coordinator Ryan Kelly provided burgers and dogs, and party attendees provided everything else. The weather cooperated, everyone got plenty to eat, and we were able to thank the coaches and the parent volunteers who have contributed their time and effort that helped make this season as successful as it was. We’ve added a few photos of the event to the Photo Album.
We’d especially like to thank Peter Vogt, the 7/8 head coach who has leant his expertise and passion for the game to us for the past 4 years. He coached this past year despite an incredibly busy schedule and the fact that he did not even have a player in the program! His will be missed by us all, but we wish him well.
We’d also like to congratulate the 5/6 coach, Quincy Milton who will be returning next year to take over the 7/8 slot. Greg Fimmano, our 3/4 coach and all around good guy will be returning as the 3/4 coach next year. Thanks also to all the assistant coaches for your time as well; you are all welcomed back if you so choose!
As we head into the summer, it’s a good idea to try and keep those skills sharp. Check the WALAX Summer Program Listings for Lax related camps and activities in your area. Also, you can check out the Lax Conditioning Page for some exercises and drills you can do without spending the money on camps, etc.
Thanks for all your support and kind comments and suggestions regarding our program. We have enjoyed the season and as hard as it is to believe, there is actually a small part of us looking forward to next season already--although we are taking a few deep breaths in relief that it’s over for now!
There will be few updates to this site until next season’s registration, which will start sometime in November 2010. If you have any questions or comments in the meantime, do not hesitate to drop us a line.
GO WOLFPACK!!
Final Games are here!
The final games of the 2010 Wolfpack lacrosse season are upon us. Both the 5/6 and the 7/8 teams travel to the “plateau” for games with Eastside Catholic this Saturday, May 22, 2010.
The 5/6 contest starts at 9am. Players should be at the field by 8am. It’s about a 40 minute drive from downtown Seattle for your reference, you can do the math...
The 7/8 game follows, scheduled start is at 11am. Players are requested to be game ready for warm ups by 10am...
This Sunday, May 23rd, The Central Seattle Lacrosse Club hosts its post season gala at Genesee Field, 2:30-5pm. The exact location is the large field across Genesee Street from the main parking lot. The Club will be supplying grills, dogs, etc. Families are asked to provide their own drinks, and to bring something to share. Karen Bryan is coordinating, so if you have any questions, please contact her. You are also asked to bring something to sit on, either chairs or blankets, and to wish for nice weather...
Weekend Results for 5/15/2010
Sunday May 16 2010 Filed in: Game Wrap
Ups |
News
These are the results for the games played Saturday, May 15th, 2010:
This past Saturday, the 5/6 Wolfpack squad pulled out a close win over the 5/6 North Seattle Red. Backed up by solid performance from both defense and offense the Wolfpack held on to win 7-6 in a sun-filled contest at Cleveland HS. Buoyed by a 12-save performance by goalie Stephen Strick, and an aggressive attack by Carter Smith and Beau Mckelvey, our guys played solid lacrosse throughout this contest, showing poise and patience in picking their scoring opportunities. The increase in their play skills has been astounding this year, and both they and their coaches should be proud. Their record is 7-3-0 for the season.
Following the 5/6 game, the older 7/8 ‘Pack had no trouble dispatching their opponents from North Seattle Red with a resounding 10-2 victory. Solid performances by playmaker Spencer Schulz and attackman Nico van der Meulen, anchored the Pack to their 9th win of the season. Their record now stands at 9-2-0.
The 5/6 team had postponed one game this season during the Spring break. Coach Milton is trying to arrange a makeup game this week which will replace one of the scheduled practices at Georgetown Playfield. Keep an eye out for details from the coach as plans are solidified.
Please keep next Sunday May 23rd reserved for the End of Season, all player party at Genesee Park. Plans are to meet at the field north of the parking lot for a potluck barbecue and lax-fest. We’ll have several grills going so bring your favorites to share, and reminisce (or commiserate) about the past season. Let’s hope for some more sunshine!
Only one more weekend of games! Let’s go, Wolfpack!
Summer Camp Info and this Weekend's Games
Hello Wolfpack Nation!
As we near the end of the 2010 season, we have been getting some inquiries into what kind of programs are available for Summer Lax for those who want to keep their skills sharp, or just enjoy the game so much that they cannot get enough field time.
The most comprehensive list of Summertime lacrosse can be found on the WALAX website. Scroll down about halfway and look for the “Summer Programs” on the right hand side.
We cannot recommend one program over the other. They are all quality programs, although some are decidedly more of a “pay-to-play” nature...
This weekend’s games for Saturday, May 15th:
The 5/6 team faces off against North Seattle Red 5/6 in a 10:30 start at Cleveland HS.
The 7/8 team follows with a 12:15 start against North Seattle Red 7/8 also at Cleveland HS.
Players are “invited” to be at the the field 1hr before their start time.
Please note that these will be the final Home games for the 2010 season. Next week’s games will be a back-to-back away series at Eastside Catholic on the plateau.
Be advised that the 3/4 Wolfpack season has concluded with last week’s play...
In two weeks, on the Sunday after our last game of the season (May 23rd), we will be hosting an end-of-season all team party. It has proved impossible to secure either Cleveland or Georgetown Field for the event, so we are planning to meet instead on the field across the street from Genessee Playfield. We will send out more specifics as time goes on.
We are planning to bring a couple of grills, a few goals, hot dogs, buns, etc, and would like others to fill out the feast with your own contributions.
And finally, from our friends up North, who find themselves in the NLL Final game at Comcast Arena in Everett, Wa...
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This weekend's Games
This weekend’s games are on Saturday May 8th, 2010.
Our 3/4 program comes to a conclusion for this season with a 10:30 am start with the North Seattle 3/4 at our home field, Cleveland HS. Please be at the field 45 minutes prior to the game for stretching and warm ups. This is the season’s final game for these guys, so please come on out and cheer them on!
The 5/6 Wolfpack will travel to the far reaches of Silverdale, WA to face Kitsap 5/6 in a ridiculously early 9am start. There are several alternate routes you can take...the ferry from downtown, the ferry from West Seattle, or you can drive around the South end of the Sound. You can get the Washington State Ferry Schedules here.
Each route has its advantages and its drawbacks, so we’ll let you decide what is best for your situation. No matter which way you choose, it’ll be an early start. Coach Quincy Milton has asked to have players at Ridgetop Junior High School Field no later than 8:15 am, 45 minutes before faceoff. I’m sure our guys will have to run around a bit to shake off the cobwebs and wakeup. I’m just glad that I’m not playing...
This game is followed by the 11am contest between the 7/8 Wolfpack and their Kitsap 7/8 opponents, also at Ridgetop Junior High.
I just want to apologize for the late notice regarding the relocation of yesterday’s practice. This is the last time we’ll have to do that. There are no more practice sessions for the 3/4 team this season, and only 4 more for the older guys, all of which will be at Georgetown Playfield from 5-7pm. Mondays and Wednesdays.
Good luck to everyone in this week’s contests. Please be careful and drive safely if you’re on the road...
Practice Location Change
Today,
Wednesday 5/5/2010 the location for Wolfpack Practice
has been once again changed to Cleveland HS instead of the
normal location, Georgetown playfield. This is due
to the fact that Seattle Parks and Recreation
doubled booked our practice times and Seattle Prep’s
JV games.
This is the last time this will happen, as the HS lax season is drawing to a close. Sorry for the late notice...
This is the last time this will happen, as the HS lax season is drawing to a close. Sorry for the late notice...
Weekend's Results
Sunday May 02 2010 Filed in: Game Wrap
Ups
The results for this past weekend’s games held Saturday, 5/1/2010.
The Central 5/6 team had a tough time with the Steilacoom Strykers 5/6 squad this past Saturday. After jumping out to an early 2-0 lead. The Strykers came back with a vengence and by halftime had posted a 4 goal lead. Some defensive lapses on the ‘Pack almost resulted in a blowout, but the offense hung in there and made it a game after all. Unfortunately, the clock ran out on the ‘Pack’s comeback leaving them on the short end of a 10-8 final.
Our senior squad had a bit of an easier time with the 7/8 Stryker team. The Strykers were a smaller, less experienced team, and quickly fell behind and were never quite able to post much of an offense. The scoring for the Wolfpack was well balanced and the defense tenacious in their 13-7 decision over Steilacoom.
The Wolfpack 3/4 had an afternoon contest with their Queen Anne counterparts. Coach Greg Fimmano sent us this comment:
“...The 3/4 Wolves played excellent team lacrosse staying spread out and moving the ball swiftly and effectively through the air. Aggressive defense at the midfield, protracting the hole and on rides, limited the opposition. A good time was had by all! ...“
Congratulations to all our teams this weekend. As this season nears its completion it is especially gratifying to see the progress made by all players. I’m sure your coaches would agree too.