When looking at the prospect of this season, Lakewood coach Matt Hart has a hard time holding back his smile.
This year’s goal is obvious for the Lakewood girls: compete in the District 1 tournament.
Returning eight players — seven of them seniors — from the previous year will put a smile on any coach’s face.
For the young Arlington girls cross country squad, it was all about making a decision.
Coming into the season, defense was coach Jeremiah Wohlgemuth’s primary concern.
It’s about time to put away the rain gear and the boots, lace up my British Knights and get ready for a few months of indoor, winter sports.
When asked to name a few people who’ve helped his program get where it is, Lakewood coach Jeff Sowards’ eyes glaze over.
Abby Burke has been the definition of a game-changer for the Cougars this postseason.
and the rest of the senior Eagles made the most of their last game.
It wasn’t easy, but the Cougars secured the first girls soccer state tournament berth in program history with a 1-0 overtime win over Burlington-Edison Nov. 7.
The Cougars fell victim to the big play early on against the Red Raiders in a 29-12 cross-over game loss Nov. 5.
The Lakewood boys continued a long tradition of excellence by placing 5th at the 2A state cross country meet Nov. 7.
I try not to write columns about controversial topics, unless truly warranted. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t mind the idea of getting somebody’s blood boiling with a scathing column — in fact, I consider it a talent that I’m proud of.
