Week 3 Game Results
Sunday March 22 2009 Filed in: Game Wrap
Ups
Week three’s games, played Saturday 3/21 were unlike
any other Wolfpack game played this season---it did
not rain, snow or sleet. Most games were played in
the sun, very fitting for the first games of Spring.
All of our games were played at home at Cleveland, a first and only occurrence this season.
Saturday started off with the much anticipated intra-squad contest between our two senior teams, 7/8 White vs 7/8 Purple. At times fast and furious, both squads shook off early game jitters, and then proceeded to put on a great display of Lax skills. White scored first but were quickly answered with a furious breakaway. The scored seesawed back and forth, with no team being more than 4 scores ahead at any one time. White’s varied middy and attack lines were a strong challenge to Purple’s consistent defense, who ultimately prevailed in a final 8-6 decision. Special thanks to Purple goalie Danny Strick for pulling double duty.
Our 5/6 squad hosted the Magnolia Propeller in a game starting at 11 am. Coach Milton’s team continues to show improvement with each passing week, and were in this game all the way through. Showing a lot of heart, as well as a few fast breaks, the Wolfpack played even with the Propellers, ending the first half down by one. Spurrred on by the play of Quincy Milton (III), the ‘Pack refused to cave in to the bigger, stronger Magnolia team. Although they lost by a final tally of 8-5, this team demonstrated that they can indeed score and run with the big boys. It looks like it’s still the small things that need some work, but it’s only a matter of time before they’ll start playing on all cylinders. Kudos to Gio for standing tall in the cage, and keeping your head in the game.
The 3/4’s contest with Northshore 3/4 rounded out the day’s games. I’ve got to tell you, if you have never seen Lax played by these kids, you should stick around and watch when the next opportunity arises. While sometimes lacking in skill and technique, there is no match for their enthusiasm and energy! There was no lack of effort by either side, along with some instances of fine lacrosse play as well. It is very fulfilling to us as parents, and to their coaches as well I’m sure, to see these guys pick up the game’s basics so readily. In only their second game, the basics of offense can be seen in their play. Defense needs a bit of work, although we had great success in shutting down more that a few Northshore fast breaks.
If we had been keeping score, it would have been 4-3 Northshore, but we weren’t....
We here at Wolfpack Central would like to offer a word or two of thanks to all who volunteered to help with yesterday’s homestand. From the parents who helped set up “camp” to the score keeper trainers who graciously passed on their skills, and to the many, many Wolfpack parents and supporters who turned out in droves to cheer on the players, goes our heartfelt thanks and appreciation. From what I saw cruising the sidelines during all three matches, everyone was enjoying themselves, along with relishing the sunshine. I especially liked the way our supporters and the fans from the other clubs interacted. Questions were asked, answers were given, and a definite sense of community developed.
As we move forward in the season, I look forward to experiencing this sense of satisfaction again and again. Thanks for all you do, not only from us here at Wolfpack Central, but from all our players and their coaches as well.
On Another Note:
It needs to be pointed out that a few players showed up to play missing key pieces of equipment. Without gloves, helmet, pads or a mouthpiece your player cannot be allowed on the field. We had several instances Saturday where our teams were assessed a one minute technical foul for failing to wear a mouthguard. It is unfair to your coaches and team mates who have better things to do, to have to try and find “loaner” equipment. Please come prepared to play, or sit out the game if needs be...
All of our games were played at home at Cleveland, a first and only occurrence this season.
Saturday started off with the much anticipated intra-squad contest between our two senior teams, 7/8 White vs 7/8 Purple. At times fast and furious, both squads shook off early game jitters, and then proceeded to put on a great display of Lax skills. White scored first but were quickly answered with a furious breakaway. The scored seesawed back and forth, with no team being more than 4 scores ahead at any one time. White’s varied middy and attack lines were a strong challenge to Purple’s consistent defense, who ultimately prevailed in a final 8-6 decision. Special thanks to Purple goalie Danny Strick for pulling double duty.
Our 5/6 squad hosted the Magnolia Propeller in a game starting at 11 am. Coach Milton’s team continues to show improvement with each passing week, and were in this game all the way through. Showing a lot of heart, as well as a few fast breaks, the Wolfpack played even with the Propellers, ending the first half down by one. Spurrred on by the play of Quincy Milton (III), the ‘Pack refused to cave in to the bigger, stronger Magnolia team. Although they lost by a final tally of 8-5, this team demonstrated that they can indeed score and run with the big boys. It looks like it’s still the small things that need some work, but it’s only a matter of time before they’ll start playing on all cylinders. Kudos to Gio for standing tall in the cage, and keeping your head in the game.
The 3/4’s contest with Northshore 3/4 rounded out the day’s games. I’ve got to tell you, if you have never seen Lax played by these kids, you should stick around and watch when the next opportunity arises. While sometimes lacking in skill and technique, there is no match for their enthusiasm and energy! There was no lack of effort by either side, along with some instances of fine lacrosse play as well. It is very fulfilling to us as parents, and to their coaches as well I’m sure, to see these guys pick up the game’s basics so readily. In only their second game, the basics of offense can be seen in their play. Defense needs a bit of work, although we had great success in shutting down more that a few Northshore fast breaks.
If we had been keeping score, it would have been 4-3 Northshore, but we weren’t....
We here at Wolfpack Central would like to offer a word or two of thanks to all who volunteered to help with yesterday’s homestand. From the parents who helped set up “camp” to the score keeper trainers who graciously passed on their skills, and to the many, many Wolfpack parents and supporters who turned out in droves to cheer on the players, goes our heartfelt thanks and appreciation. From what I saw cruising the sidelines during all three matches, everyone was enjoying themselves, along with relishing the sunshine. I especially liked the way our supporters and the fans from the other clubs interacted. Questions were asked, answers were given, and a definite sense of community developed.
As we move forward in the season, I look forward to experiencing this sense of satisfaction again and again. Thanks for all you do, not only from us here at Wolfpack Central, but from all our players and their coaches as well.
On Another Note:
It needs to be pointed out that a few players showed up to play missing key pieces of equipment. Without gloves, helmet, pads or a mouthpiece your player cannot be allowed on the field. We had several instances Saturday where our teams were assessed a one minute technical foul for failing to wear a mouthguard. It is unfair to your coaches and team mates who have better things to do, to have to try and find “loaner” equipment. Please come prepared to play, or sit out the game if needs be...