Laurie
Martin, who coaches the no-cut, two-team program as well as the highly
competitive varsity group in the spring, said winning is important, “but it’s
way more than that. It’s about learning a lifetime sport, gaining friendships,
being a part of something at school and having fun with each other.’’
Many of the
parents will approach her during the season and after and say thank you to
helping their daughters become accustomed to their “new’’ life at the high
school level.
“When they
do that, it makes you feel really good, and you know you are going about it the
right way,’’ Martin said.
Part of
Martin’s role is as an administrator, making sure paperwork is in order and
logistics such as travel are covered.
“I
definitely would like to spend more individual time with the girls, but with
the numbers we have, that makes it difficult,’’ Martin said. “That’s why we
have such a great staff here to help keep things moving along.’’
Martin’s
assistant coaches are Ann Coover, Amy Gallo and Joy Rodey.
Surviving
the early season heat was another of the challenges, but the girls did a good
job of keeping themselves hydrated.
One of the
teams finished with a 10-1 record, the other 4-6.
“With the
4-6 team, there were some close matches that could have gone either way,’’
Martin said.
“I’d say the
girls on both teams gave a great effort and learned a lot. Whether they make it
to the JV or varsity remains to be seen. You need to take it one step at a
time. Making the varsity involves a big commitment, like some of the girls
playing almost year-round. But it has been done before, so you never know.
“As we said
before, there are a lot of reasons for doing this and that is why we enjoy
it.’’
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