Labor Day Weekend Update

Varsity Summary
It was a great weekend for both the Varsity and Freshman teams. The Varsity boys competed in a tournament in Hollister where we won 2 of 3 games. We initially faced a fast and tough Pioneer team that bested us 11-5. We gave up 3 quick goals in the first quarter as we began the game a bit “flat footed”. The boys settled down from that point on and played the rest of that game pretty even. Our second game was interesting as we faced one of our league rivals, San Benito (Hollister). The Balers have always been tough and a championship contender in the TCAL each year. The boys jumped off quick and never let up. Final score, Carmel 17 - Hollister 6. We then faced Mt. Pleasant in our final game. We beat them soundly 14 - 3.

We saw some excellent play from a large number of players. Statistical achievements were as follows:

Jay Louis - 9 goals, 4 assists
Ben Evered - 7 goals
Nate Cohen - 5 goals and 5 steals
Romie Kristl, Sean Pickert, Joe Hamwey, and Ben Regan - 3 goals each
Ryan Pickert - 2 goals
Kai Harper - 1 goal
Jakub Kristl - 15 saves
Ben Price - 9 saves

Excellent 2 meter defense was displayed by Brady Hopkins as he finished the weekend with 8 steals and 3 assists.
Both goalies Jakub and Ben were stellar in the cage.

It was a nice start to the season for the Varsity. We will have a very good test with Live Oak coming to Carmel for a scrimmage on Wed. evening. They are a perennial CCS powerhouse. 5:15 game time.

Freshman Summary
Well, the freshman sure stepped up. Aptos head coach called me on Friday in a panic as one team had dropped from the tournament. He asked if our large freshman team would be willing to fill the void and play extra games. We gladly accepted and the freshman team completed a program record I believe, playing 7-8 games in one day!!! I know it was exhausting, but this is exactly what we have wanted with the formation of the freshman team, EXPERIENCE! Remember, this game is not just about being in good shape. It is a game that must be learned from scratch for most incoming freshmen. The more games and practice equals the more you learn, and the better player/team you become! I heard outstanding play was demonstrated by Tre Coppinger who scored a boatload of goals (many with his left hand as Coach Ed excitedly reported). Coach Ed was very pleased with play from all the boys. Way to go Freshmen! You guys are the FUTURE! Way to step up.

Remember: Sept. 9th (Wed.) - Scrimmage with Live Oak (With Pizza afterwards!!
VARSITY- 5:15
JV - 6:15