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Letter from the Booster Club President

My name is Jane Hunter and I am the 2022-23 Booster Club President and a die-hard Hawk fan. My children and their friends tease me for getting excited about everything from Friday night winning touchdowns to spotting “Home of a State Champion Hawk” signs in yards around Charlotte.

We are fortunate to have fantastic Team Parents and an amazing Booster Club working behind the scenes to support our athletes, coaches, and the athletic department. Thank you to all the helping hands (you know who you are) who give so much of their time and talents to our school.

Below are several ways the Booster Club will support Charlotte Latin athletes in the 2022-23 academic year:

• Provide concessions for our athletic fans throughout the year

• Host events to educate and celebrate our athletes

• Distribute senior pennants and championship signs

• Create player buttons for our supporters (620 and counting)

• Design and digitally publish a fall, winter, and spring magazine celebrating Middle School, JV, and Varsity sports teams

• Distribute the Class of 2023 year-end keep-sake

• Continue our “Good Works” to help the athletic department and teams

We are looking forward to Lower School Spirit Night (December 2), Winter Sports Showcase (January 20), and a new mental wellness event with Mission34 (January 21). Follow us on Instagram at @cls_hawks_boosterclub for the latest about upcoming opportunities and these events.

Congratulations to all our fall athletes, especially the NCISAA State Champion Girls’Cross Country team, and good luck to the winter Hawks!

Head of School

The 2022–23 school year and fall sports season are off to a great start. Our student-athletes are participating in great numbers and contributing to the life of Latin with their dedication, energy, and passion. Equally, our fans are coming out in record numbers to support them. Nothing builds a wonderful sense of community like athletics. I am grateful to the coaches and trainers who create such a positive environment for our student-athletes to compete and play. Latin is lucky to have such a dedicated staff of adults who help provide lasting memories for our students.

I am also grateful to our Booster Club leadership and volunteers. Latin’s Athletics program offers so many opportunities for our students, and we could not organize all of these teams without the Booster Club volunteers who dedicate their time and talent to the school. Thank you for all you do to enrich our school — your hard work is noticed and appreciated.

Thank you, Latin community, for including my family and me on this incredible team. We are blessed to be a part of such a special place.

Go Hawks!

Chuck Baldecchi Head of School

FRONT ROW (L-R) Darby Collins, Janie Williams, Sam Alexander, Natalia Gomez, Elizabeth Farmer

SECOND ROW (L-R) Jane Cotchett, Marley Shyer, Kayla Middendorf, Jessie Adams, Ny Green

BACK ROW (L-R) Head Coach Nancy Atwell, Margaret Cotchett, Piper Piscitelli, Emily Hidell, Lindsey Baker

NOT PICTURED Zoe Bradley, Sloane Hobart, Assistant Coach Riti Canton

CHEER: SENIORS

Congratulations! Congratulations!

Sam demonstrates exceptional talent in her sharp motions, powerful tumbling, beautiful jumps, and outstanding stunt technique. Beyond her technical skills, she is a spark plug for our team - constantly encouraging and helping others and setting the bar high. Sam is fabulous in front of the crowdmaking personal connections and always challenging the fans to support the Hawks. She earned First Team All-Conference honors the past two years and received the team Impact Award as a junior.

Jane is a joy to coach! A fiveseason cheer veteran, Jane is the total package with her strong cheer and dance technique, her strength as a base in group stunts, her exciting tumbling skills and endearing personality. Jane earned All-Conference honors the last two years and was selected by her teammates for the “Hawks-on-Three” award for displaying charisma, commitment, and character. She is a natural leader and athlete who makes sure everyone on the team feels valued and appreciated.

(L-R) Janie Williams, Sam Alexander, Emily Hidell, Jane Cotchett, Kayla Middendorf, Marley Shyer

SAM ALEXANDER-CAPTAIN

1st Team All-Conference, CISAA Cheerleader of the Year

1st Team All-Conference

JANE COTCHETT-CAPTAIN

After two seasons on the winter squad, Emily earned the team’s Breakthrough Award for significant improvement in motions and backspotting technique, and we were thrilled when she joined the fall squad this year! Emily’s positive attitude and genuine kindness make her a fantastic teammate, and her enthusiasm while performing is infectious. Emily co-chairs the squad spirit and philanthropy efforts, serves on the Student Athlete Leadership Team as a representative for the softball team, and does it all with a smile.

Kayla is a role model for all Charlotte Latin athletes. She is always present, usually the first cheerleader out of the locker room, and takes advantage of the offseason to improve her strength and tumbling skills. Kayla’s extra hard work and dedication have paid off! A Breakthrough Award recipient last fall, Kayla is a standout in the Strength Center and a natural performer with exceptional crowd presence. We are so proud of all that Kayla has accomplished and can’t wait to see what her future holds.

Marley joined the squad as a junior new to Charlotte Latin and was immediately embraced by her teammates. It was an unconventional transition from an ice hockey player at her previous school to a cheerleader at Latin, but one that Marley made with ease. She worked hard to gain tumbling skills and her strength is a tremendous asset to her stunt group. Marley’s willingness to move from back-spot to base this year is admirable and has helped take the squad to new heights. We will miss Marley’s grit, enthusiasm and dedication next year!

Janie is a fan favorite, particularly with our Lower School students, who all seem to know her. She takes the time to speak and encourage all young Hawks. In her third season with the squad, Janie has developed into a fearless flyer who is always open to trying new skills. Janie’s work ethic combined with her sweet, playful personality have enhanced our practices and energize a crowd, especially when flipping off the top of a pyramid! Her kind heart and warm smile will be greatly missed!

EMILY HIDELL

KAYLA MIDDENDORF-CAPTAIN

MARLEY SHYER

JANIE WILLIAMS

VARSITY CHEER

The fall varsity squad was comprised of 13 veteran cheerleaders and three new faces. With this extensive experience and leadership, the team was able to move quickly into advanced group stunts, pyramids and tumbling sequences. The cheerleaders were excited to fire up the Hawk fans under the “Friday Night Football Lights” and enthusiastically supported fellow athletes in a variety of fall sports. The team enjoyed painting faces for Touchdown Tailgate, welcoming 30 Junior Hawk cheerleaders to the track for the Homecoming game, and “flying” all six seniors on Senior Night. We were particularly proud of our performance at the first all-school pep rally in 3 years! GO HAWKS!

Don’t let the fear of falling keep you from flying.

-Dr. Robyn Benson

cross country

SECOND

THIRD

BACK

FRONT ROW (L-R) Maggie Klingman, Molly Martin, Fielding White, Nelan Lala, Nikhil Ashri, Bridget Yu, Nathan Obeng, Will Edwards, Tai Huang, Ben Spiegler

ROW (L-R) Webb Kiser, Peter DiSciullo, Ethan Khouri, Maeve Upton, Jack Donnelly, Ryan Urquhart, Sophia Smith, Tucker Ruzicka, Ryan Purdom, Max Thompson

ROW (L-R) Mary Cate Kiser, Amelia DiRoma, Cassi Ratterree, Helen Hurden, Riley Hill, Lily Lund, Eloise Eirich, Lucy Ratterree, Marisol Wickham, Lydia Berens, Jesse Kim

FOURTH ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Stacy Mercer, Assistant Coach Sintayehu Taye, Hampton House, Jackson DiRoma, Keith Brunnemer, Will Vaughn, Spencer Frost, Esrom Ghirmay, Keller Hitzemann, William Brawley, Assistant Coach Luke Ivey, Head Coach Mike Weiss

ROW (L-R) Zach Bershad, Connor Little, Liv Eubank, Claire Mayberry, Will Larsh, Collin Degenhardt, William Austin, Anish Thota, Avery Swartz, Olivia Adamczyk, Jay McCracken, HT Stinson

NOT PICTURED Austin Degenhardt, Nishanth Gaddam, Charley Meyer

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CROSS COUNTRY: SENIORS

Congratulations! Congratulations!

Olivia is a natural runner, with a graceful, fluid stride and toughness in any racing situation. She has impressed her coaches since she joined the team as a sophomore, and has been a vital contributor to our success ever since. Olivia holds a place on Latin’s All-Time Top 25 list, a spot earned through her self-discipline and passion. An excellent example for her teammates, we believe Olivia is a lifetime runner with many more impressive achievements to come. Congratulations Olivia!

Zach’s positive attitude and earnest desire to contribute to the team have marked his work in cross country throughout his middle school and varsity seasons. He always puts forth maximum effort and he takes the time to get the little things right – like using proper technique during drills and strength and mobility work. Zach is a strong athlete and a wonderful teammate, and we appreciate his contributions to the cross country program. Thank you, Zach!

FRONT ROW (L-R) Tai Huang, Zach Bershad, Connor Little, Helen Hurden, Nelan Lala, Mary Cate Kiser

BACK ROW (L-R) Avery Swartz, Hampton House, Will Vaughn, Esrom Ghirmay, Olivia Adamczyk, Liv Eubank

OLIVIA ADAMCZYK

ZACH BERSHAD

Liv is an exemplary team captain. She is like the “big sister” that everyone would like to have. Liv’s boundless energy and lighthearted personality make every day fun, no matter how hard the workout is or how challenging the competition. It is impossible to envision our team without her smile and her passion. From her freshman year when she led the girls team in Zumba classes at team camp, we knew we had struck gold with Liv on board. Thank you, Liv!

Any successful team needs a leader like Hampton, who can rally the troops and get everyone moving toward a common purpose. He is a strong athlete who has competed in cross country and track and field since middle school. Hampton has great empathy for others, and is always looking out for the well-being of the team. He takes the initiative to not only train hard himself, but to bring others along as well. He has been an ideal team captain in his senior season. Congratulations Hampton!

Esrom joined the cross country team as a freshman, left for a while, and now he has come back to us as a senior. He is a special young man with an aptitude for hard work and an appreciation for the many gifts of the sport. His first love is the long sprints in track and field, and he is using cross country to work on speed, strength, and endurance. Any time Esrom walks into a classroom, a practice session, or a team competition, he will have the effect of making the group better, and we are grateful for his contributions to the cross country program.

Tai is a thoughtful, enthusiastic, funny, and diligent young man, who shows up every day with his signature flowing hair and fanny pack, ready to go to work. His coaches and teammates love him, and he pours himself into the challenges of cross country with zeal and positivity. Tai’s coaches are grateful for his ability to be a positive example and do whatever it takes to make the team better. He is the ultimate teammate and friend. Congratulations, Tai!

LIV EUBANK-CAPTAIN

ESROM GHIRMAY

HAMPTON HOUSE-CAPTAIN

TAI HUANG

Helen has been a vital contributor to the team’s success since her freshman year, but this year she stormed out of the gate to rise to the highest levels of the program’s All-Time Top 25 list, earning medals against the toughest competition in 3 big invitationals in the early part of the season. Helen has achieved this through steady self-discipline over the course of each of her cross country and track seasons. She remains humble, kind-hearted, and the epitome of the student-athlete as she excels in the classroom as well. Congratulations, Helen!

Nelan’s quiet dedication throughout his years in our program has grown into an important leadership role in his senior year. Not only does Nelan give his best effort in every practice and race, now he has assumed the role of helping to mentor, pace, and encourage his younger teammates. We appreciate Nelan’s full embrace of - and commitment to - our program’s values. We are grateful for all of his hard work and enthusiasm. Thank you, Nelan!

Mary Cate defines excellence in all phases of her life as a student, athlete, and citizen. Running is not just something that Mary Cate does; it is part of her lifestyle and part of her soul. Her training ethic is exemplary, and she fosters close relationships which are the hallmark of any successful team. All-Conference since her freshman year, a team captain, and a member of the All-Time Top 25 list, Mary Cate has made her mark as a program legend. Thank you, Mary Cate!

Connor takes the initiative to not only set a great example in training and competition for his teammates, but he also reaches out to them with words of encouragement and help if they are struggling with the challenges of distance running. In an early season race, he took it upon himself to help pace a freshman while offering words of encouragement throughout the course. Connor never asks for much, nor does he draw attention to himself. He just shows up, works hard, and makes everything around him better. Congratulations, Connor!

NELAN LALA

HELEN HURDEN

CONNOR LITTLE

MARY CATE KISER

1st Team All-Conference, CISAA Runner of the Year, NCISAA All-State

1st Team All-Conference, NCISAA All-State

Avery has given every ounce of effort, spirit, enthusiasm, and leadership to her four seasons of cross country and track. She exemplifies our program’s core values of having fun, being the best person one can be, contributing to a cause larger than oneself, and working to achieve personal best. She is an ideal teammate, team captain, and friend. Avery is beloved because she cares so much for everyone else, and her kindness and generosity of spirit will always be remembered. Thank you, Avery!

Will has emerged as one of the most versatile athletes in the history of the cross country and track and field programs. In cross country, he became an immediate competitive contributor as a freshman, and he has climbed the performance ladder ever since, earning All-Conference honors last season and joining the Latin All-Time Top 25 list. Will earned team captain honors as a junior, and his work ethic and leadership skills are helping a young, talented boys team to reach its promise. Congratulations, Will!

AVERY SWARTZ-CAPTAIN WILL VAUGHN-CAPTAIN

FRONT ROW (L-R) Flinn Teichman, Will Marsh, Sophie Wenninger, Georgia Howard, Naomi Chandler, Samuel Yin, Eva Mosiashvili

SECOND ROW (L-R) Lily Ingram, Ryan Griggs, Grier Girard, Oliver Heinzerling, Ethan Sung, Yaz Hathiram, Jackson Kerr, Ella Ingram, Caroline Staffieri

THIRD ROW (L-R) Sia Gullapalli, Eliana Tewolde, Henry Reichs, Davis Query, Jack Benonis, Brooks Brawley, Vincent VanHoose, Ivana Tewolde, Sejal Dhiman

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Camille Seeley, Assistant Coach Wendy Staffieri, Vikram OBrien, Conard Hull, Finn Heinzerling, Brady Ellis, Sam Wagner, Head Coach Thea Moore, Head Coach Michael Johnson

NOT PICTURED Will Patti, Max Thune

VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY

The Hawks concluded a hugely successful 2022 cross country season at the NCISAA Championships in Greensboro on October 28. Latin’s girls won their second NCISAA state championship within the past three years, putting the finishing touches on a dominant season in which they won three large invitationals as well as the CISAA Conference Championship where Senior Helen Hurden was a first place finisher. The boys’ team steadily improved throughout the season and finished sixth at the state championships, moving up from their pre-meet seeding and achieving six out of seven personal best times. With only one senior among the boys’ top five runners, their upward projection is expected to continue. Both teams are filled with athletes who have a genuine passion for the sport of running. Team camaraderie is high, and the Latin cross country program is poised to thrive for many years to come. All-State honors go to Mary Cate Kiser (10th) and Helen Hurden (4th).

MIDDLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY

Middle school cross country had a great 2022 season! As a team we were 32 strong, which is one of the largest groups Latin has ever had in MS! Although we train for races and we train to win, our primary goal as a team is to develop a love for the sport, to build relationships of mutual trust and respect among team members, and to develop a sense of belonging to a larger community of athletes. Throughout the season, our athletes’ times steadily improved as they learned strategies to excel as a team and encouraged each other to meet the physical and mental challenges of the race. The coaching staff is proud of all of our athletes’ accomplishments and their growth as a team. The boys’ were led by seventh grader Jackson Kerr, who finished 20th in the highly competitive Hare and Hounds Invitational, and finished 9th in the GCMSAA Championship with a PR of 11:20.7. The girls’ team was led by seventh grader Naomi Chandler at the Hare and Hounds race and by eighth grader Caroline Staffieri at the GCMSAA Championship, where she finished 21st with a PR of 13:44.2. Nearly everyone achieved a personal record at the GCMSAA Championship, a truly outstanding and exceptional accomplishment for our team. The most successful race of the season for our MS athletes was the Murdock Relays. A CLS MS girls and boys team finished 3rd overall in the relay and our success at this race is attributed to amazing team dynamics and the way our athletes encourage and support one another. Go Hawks!

The real purpose of running isn’t to win a race, it’s to test the limits of the human heart.

-Bill Bowerman

dance

FRONT ROW (L-R) Claire Fleischer, Elena Lapuente, Ashley Burbank, Kate Seaman, Agatha Stamatakos

BACK ROW (L-R) Lydia McNichols, Olivia Fuller, Olivia Morgan, Kate Warner, Head Coach Marcia Sheinis

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Congratulations! Congratulations!

Olivia is an extremely dedicated dancer whose hard work has paid off. It has been an honor for her Latin dance coach and teammates to watch her grow into the confident, successful dancer she has become. Olivia’s leadership, organization, support of her teammates and assistance with choreography have all shown that she can be counted on. She has earned the respect and love of the team through her kindness and encouragement, and we will miss her terribly.

Agatha, or Aggie, has a passion for dance that was evident from the beginning. Her talent is equally evident, and nothing seems too challenging for Aggie to execute. Her natural ability combined with her readiness to work hard, her quiet leadership combined with her dynamic technique, and her willingness to support the team in every capacity earned her the trust of her peers and an open invitation to return to the CLS dance room as an alumna.

(L-R) Olivia Fuller, Agatha Stamatakos

OLIVIA FULLER - CAPTAIN

AGATHA STAMATAKOS – CO-CAPTAIN

RECAP: DANCE

DANCE TEAM

The Dance Team kicked off the season with an intensive at Jami Masters School of Dance, led by Top Cat Zaria Fuller and former Top Cat Coach Nicole Smith. It was an honor and pleasure to have alum (and Broadway star) Sterling Masters Deeney back at Latin to choreograph for our team during a two-week long bootcamp. Even though our fall team was smaller than usual, the girls worked hard and their efforts and determination showed during performances on the football field. I am proud of every single one of them! We are looking forward to the winter season with a few new additions to the team.

We can’t always choose the music life plays for us but we can choose how we dance to it.

FRONT ROW (L-R) Pari Hathiram, Kelsey Sciacca, Caroline Fahrney, Evelyn Haggstrom

BACK ROW (L-R) Coach Robin Griffith, Drue Amin, Athena Woodward, Jada Greene

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GOLF SENIOR

Congratulations!

Jada joined the Latin girls’ golf team her junior year. She is an excellent athlete and could excel at any athletic endeavor. Jada has a powerful swing which enables her to hit her driver a mile! Her strength combined with a positive attitude and calm demeanor on the golf course contributed to steady improvement and lower scores. Jada has many intellectual interests including being selected for the CLS fab lab program and landing a biomedical engineering internship with Enventys Partners. Congratulations, Jada, and good luck as you move forward from Latin.

JADA GREENE

JADA GREENE

RECAP: GOLF

VARSITY GOLF

The team goal for the season was to qualify for the NCISAA State Championship, and we almost made it! Freshman Kelsey Sciacca qualified and junior Pari Haritham and freshman Drue Amin just barely missed the cut by one place. Three players are required to make a team, so Kelsey competed at states as an individual and represented the Hawks impressively, shooting 78 to finish in a three-way tie for tenth. Overall, it was a great season with a young team of eight girls, with two freshmen and a junior providing most of the scoring. This enthusiastic young team has a very bright future!

Success in golf depends less on strength of body than upon strength of mind and character.

- Arnold Palmer

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Anjali Rao

NOT PICTURED: Head Coach Robin Griffith

field hockey

VARSITY: FIELD HOCKEY

FRONT ROW (L-R) Ellé Collier, Sydney Lawrence, Noelle Okland, Crawford Fisher, Kate Jones, Kadence Johnson, Peyton Samii

SECOND ROW (L-R) Elizabeth Lewis, Grace Vance, Clara Juckett, Alicia Edwards, Lea Troutman, Elizabeth Neely, Stella Burke

BACK ROW (L-R) Reese Morgan, Ellie Chai, Ardyn Henry, Cameron Hutchinson, Alex Jones, Caroline Sumichrast, Head Coach Joey Prestidge

NOT PICTURED Lucy Crutchfield, Regan Frail (Manager), Alexsandra Jefferson (Manager), Assistant Coach Mia Kane, Assistant Coach Cristina Urbina, Goalkeeper Coach Kirsten Rafferty

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FIELD HOCKEY: SENIORS

Grace is a four-year varsity player who has been a consistent contributor throughout. Her ability to score goals, her high work-rate, and her intelligent approach to the game impact our play on the field. While Grace has a very chill personality, she is a tough competitor who undoubtedly has a very exciting future ahead.

Lea joined the varsity squad as a freshman, and now as a senior vice-captain, she uses her calm leadership style to guide and direct this team with positivity and great success. A ball-carrying winger with vision and a penchant for scoring important goals, Lea has overcome injury to help our team in a myriad of ways. Lea is central to how we work as a team, and she will be missed.

(L-R) Lucy Crutchfield, Caroline Sumichrast, Kate Jones, Ellie Chai, Clara Juckett, Lea Troutman, Grace Vance, Crawford Fisher, Elizabeth Neely

GRACE VANCE

LEA TROUTMAN – VICE-CAPTAIN

Caroline is a four-year varsity player, who competes with passion and intensity. She has an eye for the goal and is comfortable making big contributions to the team from anywhere on the forward line. Fast and strong, Caroline sets an example on and off the field for all our future Hawks to see and emulate.

Biz fully embraced her role as captain and leader of the JV team last year, and has made a seamless transition to varsity as a senior. She is an intelligent defender, who reads the game well and distributes with precision. Her upbeat contributions are a big part of who we are as a team, and her exemplary demonstration of humor, support and positivity keep this squad focused on staying together and believing in one another.

Clara joined the varsity team as a freshman and has been an increasingly integral part of its success ever since, earning her the captain’s role this year. A natural leader, and commanding midfielder, she made All-State as a junior and leads the team in assists this season. Clara has the rare ability to turn a game on its head, and she consistently sets the tempo and energy for everyone else to follow.

Kate was a JV captain with Biz last year, and as a senior has worked her way into being a starting forward on varsity. Kate’s attacking performances for our team have been so impactful this season that she has now has her own elimination move named in her honor. Kate is like a ray of sunshine, and her warm personality helps bring our whole team closer together.

CAROLINE SUMICHRAST

ELIZABETH NEELY

CLARA JUCKETT – CAPTAIN

KATE JONES

In her second year as our team manager, Regan is an essential part of this program. She keeps the varsity team functioning on game day with her statistical analysis, social media promotion and safety equipment management. Regan’s insights are invaluable, and we are very lucky to have someone so caring and well-liked in such an important role.

Lucy returned to Latin as a Junior and has been a huge part of the Varsity program ever since. She is an attacking midfielder with speed, skill and creativity. Coming back from injury is something that Lucy has managed time and again in her field hockey career, and such resilience is testament to her strong character and love for her teammates.

Crawford played field hockey for the Hawks in Middle School, but then turned her focus to lacrosse. Her return to the program this year has been magnificent. Crawford is a natural sportswoman of the highest caliber, and she has made a seamless transition into the Hawks midfield line, making big contributions again and again.

Ellie is a Vice Captain and a superb defender who dominates all those she comes up against. She is also a sharp dresser and a fast thinker. Ellie is a central figure whose influence on the team extends beyond the playing field. Her presence is essential to our team chemistry and to our success. It’s hard to believe that Ellie only joined this roster as a junior and that this year is already her last as a Hawk.

TEAM MANAGER, REGAN FRAIL CRAWFORD FISHER

LUCY CRUTCHFIELD

ELLIE CHAI – VICE CAPTAIN

2nd Team

FRONT ROW (L-R) Susannah Cowan, Lulu Gorelick, Carrolline Saydlowski, Marion DuBose, Riley Milligan, Bonner Kelly, Sara Larkin Newton, Paige Fletcher, Mallory Morgan, Kira Rice

SECOND ROW (L-R) Brooke Proffitt, Natalie Gaslin, Abbey Hanna, Casey Cupps-O’Sullivan, Kate Wagner, Caroline Hughes, Madeline Miles, Georgia Hume, Sydney Query, Charlotte Tune, Hayden Proffitt

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Amy Vance, Sloan Wooster, Ava Copeland, Cade Baldecchi, Norah White, Kate Livingston, Ana Burk, Lucy Beam, Abbie Burns, Assistant Coach Cristina Urbina

NOT PICTURED Head Coach Gretchan Frederick

FRONT ROW (L-R) Ella Tarumianz, Annie Hitzemann, Lil Hyder, Anna Grace Fahrney, Addison Salvage, Kingsley Hall, Alara Lowe, Ellen Chapman

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Stephanie Coma, Whitney Baker, Alissandra Kasimov, Taylor Spangler, Margaret Piasecki, Amanda Dimovski, Head Coach Nikki Williams

FRONT ROW (L-R) Clara Ragsdale, Ogom Ighade, Eve Willette, Cam Thomas, Hunter Fitzgerald, Caroline Coble, Kennedy Clutter

BACK ROW (L-R) Liza Bleakney, Anna Day Harry, Catherine Harry, Micaela Henry, Anna Edwards, Frances Roberts, Head Coach Suzanne Olson

NOT PICTURED Lillie Boone, Assistant Coach Mary Yorke Oates, Assistant Coach Stephanie Coma

VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY

The Hawks Varsity Field Hockey team enjoyed a great season, and although a state semifinal overtime defeat is always heartbreaking, the girls can hold their heads high for everything they achieved together. Highlights include supporting and coaching the middle school teams, regular season wins over Covenant Day and both Cary schools, home and away conference victories against Country Day, beating Charlotte Catholic, and pushing North Carolina’s top-seeded Myers Park into OT early in the season - then going to the wire against them again later in the season. The team focused on being Active, Brave and Confident - ABC - something that helped them start games aggressively, work hard off-ball for each other, and have the belief and support to know they can take risks shooting and eliminating. Our captains and seniors led the team with unity, and as sad as we are to see the conclusion of their hockey careers, we are proud and so excited to see what comes next for all of them.

JUNIOR VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY

Fall 2022 saw another strong JV Field Hockey team work hard in practice and dominate their competition. Game highlights of the season included a thrilling 1-1 tie against Myers Park HS in which the Hawks were tied 0-0 at the half, got scored on in the third quarter, and then managed a tying goal in the last 90 seconds of regulation. Paige Fletcher scored the game winner! A second highlight was a 1-0 win over Country Day off a corner play with no time left on the clock in the fourth quarter. Charlotte Tune scored the game winner! Throughout the season the team worked to support each other as players and as people, utilizing the double shoulder squeeze that has become the physical representation of our team motto: “I’ve got your back and I know you’ve got mine.” The mutual support provided to and by each and every player on the team helped produce stalwart defense and a potent offense; the Hawks outscored their opponents 83-8 en route to a 14-1-1 regular season record, a 4-0 Queens play day record in August, and a 4-1 Julie Firr Memorial Tournament record to conclude the season, finishing as runner-up to Myers Park in the championship game.

8TH GRADE FIELD HOCKEY

Our 8th grade team had a great season with our only losses coming against one team. As the season progressed, our players came together to play as ONE team. Our skills improved as well as our ability to stay focused on the task at hand. We had a little adversity when we lost our only goalie in the middle of the season, but players stepped up and took turns taking on that role. That adversity helped us towards the end of the season when we were down in the semi-final to Holy Trinity and came back to win the game. We never gave up and earned a spot in the GCMSAA championship against a strong Country Day team that had beaten us badly in the beginning of the season. The Hawks showed just how much they’d improved throughout the season, sending the game into a dramatic 7 on 7 overtime. Unfortunately, the Bucs got the win that day, but our team had so much to be proud of. Our final record was 10-3 and we scored 58 goals. Go Hawks!

7TH GRADE FIELD HOCKEY

Three cheers for an undefeated season! Decisive wins became the calling card for the 2022 7th grade Field Hockey Hawks. There were no ties. Only two goals were surrendered the entire season. They never trailed. This cast of talented athletes worked hard in practice steadily improving their stick skills, stamina and game sense. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for them next year! Go Hawks!

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It’s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.

football

FRONT

ROW (L-R) Harrison Morrill, Ryan Latta, Caeden O’Neal, Banks Cutter, Charlie D. Smith, Max Brumfield, Aaron Logan, Talbot Harris, Jackson Scott, Josh Cohen, Thompson Hord, Landon Lashley

SECOND ROW (L-R) Hudson Shoup, Holden Freno, Neil Salvage, Ben Hodge, Aditya Banerjee, Gavin Provencher, John Dauska, Burke Denny, Carson Clutter, Zander Hooper, Jack Mosrie, Matt Cohen, Sam Haines

BACK ROW (L-R) Head Coach Justin Hardin, Assistant Coach Craig Morgan, Assistant Coach Anthony Boone, Wyatt Mayberry, James Van Nort, Jordan Pence, Thomas Lucas, Tyler Hendley, Jacob Snyder, Assistant Coach Maurice Harris, Assistant Coach Darius Kilgo, Assistant Coach Patrick Cooney, Assistant Coach Drew Dayton

NOT PICTURED Charlie B. Smith

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FOOTBALL: SENIORS

Josh has been a 3-year member of the Charlotte Latin football program. Josh has been a pivotal and versatile player, contributing offensively as a tight end and wide receiver and defensively as a corner, linebacker, and defensive end. Josh has consistently improved each year and has become a reliable player and a leader on the football team. The coaches will miss his commitment and dedication to the football program

Sam came to Latin his sophomore year and made an immediate impact on the football field. He is a threeyear letterman on the gridiron, and has grown into a big-time playmaker for the Hawks as a starter both offensively and defensively. Sam is a competitor whose efficiency as a running back and tenacity as a defensive back make him a valuable part of our game plan.

FRONT ROW (L-R) Harrison Morrill, James Van Nort, Jackson Scott, Zander Hooper, Sam Haines

BACK ROW (L-R) Jacob Snyder, Tyler Hendley, Caeden O’Neal, Wyatt Mayberry, Aaron Logan, Josh Cohen

JOSH COHEN

SAM HAINES

Tyler is a three-season athlete who makes an impact on every field, court, or track when he competes. This season, he leads the Hawks in both receiving and returning yards, as well as interceptions. Tyler’s contributions go far beyond his playmaking ability. He has an incredible drive that elevates the play of his teammates… yet he never seeks credit and is often the first to congratulate others on their success. A true leader on and off the field, Tyler has served as a role model for future Latin Hawks.

Aaron joined the Charlotte Latin community and the football program in 2020. He immediately proved himself as a tough, dependable, and productive competitor. Aaron earned All-state & All-conference honors the past two years for his defensive play, but this season Aaron has also had a major impact on the offensive side of the ball – leading the team in rushing yards and scoring. Aaron’s accomplishments were recognized by RBC Wealth-Management following this year’s Ravenscroft game and by his teammates as he was selected as a captain for the 2022 Hawks.

Affectionately known as “Big Hoop” by his teammates, Zander is known for his positive attitude and his willingness to put in work. He is a key part of the offensive and defensive line for the Hawks this season, and has contributed to both the middle school and varsity football programs. The coaches will miss Zander’s big smile and the team will miss his supportive energy next year.

Wyatt is a two-year letterman award-winner for the Hawks. Wyatt came to Latin in the ninth grade and joined our football program his sophomore year. He has quietly filled some of the most thankless roles on the team: on the offensive line, the defensive line, and as a part of our special teams unit. Wyatt is a hard worker, and he is respected by all of his teammates and coaches.

TYLER HENDLEY - CAPTAIN ZANDER HOOPER

AARON LOGAN - CAPTAIN

WYATT MAYBERRY

Harrison is a Latin lifer who would do anything for his team, his teammates, or the school. He helps anchor a young offensive line that has improved every week, and he is always willing to step in wherever and whenever he is needed. Harrison is also a captain on the varsity boys’ lacrosse team and a representative on the Student Athlete Leadership Team, always serving as a great ambassador for the Hawks.

Caeden joined the CLS community in 2021 and immediately made an impact as a leader, both on the field and in the weight room. He has a blue-collar approach to every drill, practice, & game - and Caeden currently holds 2 records in Strength Center. He is an incredibly versatile player, who has opened up the playbook for the Hawks as a tight-end, wide receiver, linebacker, pass rusher and run blocker. Caeden’s ability to build relationships with teammates and coaches has been a huge asset to our program.

Jackson started playing football for the Hawks in middle school, and the coaches quickly realized his potential. As a leader for our defense, and a contributor on offense and special teams for 3 years, Jackson has a knack for timely pass breakups and interceptions. His toughness, positive attitude, and ability to rise to the occasion, have made Jackson a valued team member who will be missed.

Jacob is a Latin Lifer and a 3-year starter for the Charlotte Latin football program. When there was a need for an offensive lineman during his sophomore year, Jacob happily volunteered and became a staple of the offensive line while heavily contributing on the defensive line. A team leader in sacks and blocked field goals, Jacob was voted captain by his teammates for his reliability, his passion, and his work ethic.

HARRISON MORRILL CAEDEN O’NEAL - CAPTAIN

JACKSON SCOTT JACOB SNYDER - CAPTAIN

2nd Team

JUNIOR VARSITY: FOOTBALL

FRONT ROW (L-R) Grogan Kelley, Syan Gulati, Dallas Chapman, Timothy Schwindt, Dylan Mulligan, Myles Gathers, Patrick Cunningham, Charlie B. Smith, Will Wagner, Troy Logan

SECOND ROW (L-R) Steele Fletcher, Na’il Diggs, Jaden Hawa, Jack Hollmeyer, Asher Weiers, Charlie Shamblin, Burke Denny, Davis Hord, Hudson Morrill, Liam McConaughy

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Justin Hardin, Head Coach Anthony Boone, Assistant Coach Craig Morgan, Assistant Coach Maurice Harris, Matthew Flynn, Logan Misocky, Jacob Filpi, Assistant Coach Darius Kilgo, Assistant Coach Patrick Cooney, Assistant Coach Drew Dayton

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FRONT ROW (L-R) Boone Gaylord, Baker Humphrey, Smith Ragsdale, Ben Morgan, James Edge, Penn Siegel, Zach Krasnigor, Trey Paige, Clifton Gorelick

SECOND ROW (L-R) Bill Wyche, Holland Loeffler, Nick Smith, Chase Warrick, Cooper Cumbus, Edward Fisher, Robert Comly, Cole Bradley

THIRD ROW (L-R) Kolton Arnold, Gus Fochtmann, Peyton Laughton, Durham Teddy, Alex Clontz, McNair Beaver, Barrett Hicks, John Harris, Kemp Chapman

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Sal Villari, Assistant Coach London Fletcher, Assistant Coach Eric Smith, Cooper Holland, Owen Bex, Alex Dauska, Lawson Copeland, Bryce LaPoint, Assistant Coach Sam Turner, Head Coach Daniel Cooke

RECAP: FOOTBALL

VARSITY FOOTBALL

The 2022 Varsity Football team played with a lot of passion and grit. The Hawks had signature wins over Christ School and Country Day. Our 11 seniors showed that you don’t have to be the biggest players to compete at the highest level. The Hawks were the 5th seed in the 2022 NCISAA Division I playoffs and hosted the first home playoff game since 2017. Led by team captains Caeden O’Neal, Tyler Hendley, Aaron Logan, and Jacob Snyder, the Hawks surpassed expectations and we are very proud of what they accomplished.

JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL

JV football split the season with four wins and four losses. The Hawks finished the season on a high note with a 28-21 victory away at Providence Day. This young team learned a lot and developed skills that they will continue to build on as some of them move up to varsity next year.

MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL

The Middle School football team finished with a 1-4 record after a big 22-14 win to open the season at Country Day. The team had major contributions from 8th graders Alex Dauska, Owen Bex, Nick Smith, Cooper Holland, Ben Morgan and Zach Krasnigor, both offensively and defensively. Bryce LaPoint and Cole Bradley really stepped up on the offensive and defensive lines as well. Next year’s team will look upon several 7th grade leaders that got a lot of playing experience in 2022, like Trey Paige, Edward Fisher, Baker Humphrey, Kemp Chapman, Peyton Laughton, Holland Loeffler, McNair Beaver and Robert Comly. These Hawks learned a lot and will build on their skills and knowledge for next year. Go Hawks!

SENIOR NIGHT: FOOTBALL

soccer

FRONT ROW (L-R) Ryan Mitchell, Ryan Manuel, Dylan Long, Benjamin Gathers, Tanner Willett, Emilio Llerenas Soto, Derin Lowe, Edward Guggenheimer, Zachary Warmath

SECOND ROW (L-R) Parker Rubinacci, Bennett Egge, Mack Hutcheson, Luke Bungard, Gabe Stein, Stewart Langley, Sutton Shumate, Devin Reinhardt, Michael Neltner-Devine

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Paul Alt, Branch Stedman, Aidan Long, Hayden Willett, Jacob Swimmer, Ryan Burbank, Noah Guggenheimer, Assistant Coach Powell Paguibitan and Head Coach Kyle Searles

NOT PICTURED Assistant Coach Joseph Kelly, Assistant Coach Tim Masters

SOCCER: SENIORS

FRONT ROW (L-R)

A member of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program since 8th grade, Gabe’s incredible work ethic and determination have helped him develop into one of the program’s leaders on and off the field. With his calm and steady demeanor, Gabe is well-suited for his position in the goal. In his first season with the varsity soccer team, Gabe has made 7 appearances in net for the Hawks and has also recorded 43 saves so far this season.

A member of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program since 7th grade, Sutton has dedicated himself to being a tremendous leader in the program. From his on-field play to his team building off the field, Sutton has shown a full commitment to Charlotte Latin Soccer. A four-year starter on the varsity team, Sutton has made 54 appearances in net for the Hawks and has recorded 228 saves in his career. He was named 1st Team All-Conference as a junior.

BACK ROW (L-R)

Ryan Manuel, Dylan Long Emilio Llerenas Soto, Bennett Egge, Devin Reinhardt, Tanner Willett, Ryan Mitchell

Luke Bungard, Branch Stedman, Hayden Willett, Jacob Swimmer, Ryan Burbank, Gabe Stein, Sutton Shumate

GABE STEIN

SUTTON SHUMATE-CAPTAIN

1st Team All-Conference

Bennett started playing soccer for the Hawks in 7th grade, and he has brought a level of intensity to all trainings & games that is unmatched. His desire to shut down other teams and create opportunities to attack out of the back field has been a huge part of our success this season. A 3-year member on the varsity soccer team, Bennett has made more than 43 appearances. In addition to great defending, Bennett has had one goal and four assists this season.

Ryan joined the Charlotte Latin Soccer program in 9th grade and has been one of the most consistent players on the field. He also has one of the greatest attitudes on the team. There is no role, job, or task too small. Ryan has been a valuable leader in this program. In his first season with the varsity soccer team, Ryan has made 8 appearances has recorded 1 goal.

Previously a member of the Hawks’ cross-country team, Emilio returned to soccer this year and brought a new competitiveness to the program that has raised the level for all. His speed up top has created opportunities for the offense and has created problems for our opponents. Also, a valuable part of the Latin tennis program, Emilio as made 12 appearances in his first season with varsity soccer, and has recorded 2 goals on the season.

Another six-year member of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program, Dylan has proven time and time again to be one of the most resilient players on the field. He overcomes adversity, does not back away from a challenge, and takes on multiple roles on and off the field. Dylan’s commitment to his teammates is incredible. In his second season with the varsity soccer team, Dylan has made more than 35 appearances, and has contributed seven assists.

BENNETT EGGE EMILIO LLERENAS SOTO

RYAN MANUEL DYLAN LONG

Since joining the Charlotte Latin Soccer program in 7th grade, Branch has been one of the hardest workers in the program. His consistent effort on the field, his commitment to being a leader to all his teammates, and his infectious personality make him a great teammate. Branch is known for his smile and his humor and brings positive energy to the team. In his fourth season with the varsity squad, Branch has made more than 56 appearances and this season has scored 2 goals and had 3 assists.

A member of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program since 7th grade, Ryan has proven to be one of the catalysts to our attack and is a constant threat on the ball. His ability to create chances and beat players with speed in the midfield and up top has created many opportunities – both for himself and for his teammates. In his fourth season with the varsity soccer team, Ryan has made more than 64 appearances for the Hawks, scoring 18 goals and adding 10 assists, as well as being named 2nd Team AllConference as a junior.

Since he joined the Charlotte Latin Soccer program in 9th grade, Devin has shown what dedication to your craft can do. His commitment to making himself and those around him better has raised the level of play in both practices and games. Devin’s desire to succeed and have others succeed is a driving force in what makes him who he is. In his fourth season with the varsity soccer team, Devin has made more than 61 appearances, scoring 16 goals and contributing 24 assists. He was named to the 2021 Mid-Atlantic Region team and earned CISAA Player of the Year as a junior.

A member of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program since 7th grade, Tanner has shown up each day with a desire to improve and help others around him. He has a great understanding of the game and applies what he learns from practice and his coaches into his own game. Having overcome an injury in his junior year, his work ethic to come back fully healthy this fall has been incredible. In his first season with the varsity soccer team, Tanner has made 8 appearances for the Hawks.

RYAN MITCHELL

BRANCH STEDMAN

TANNER WILLETT

DEVIN REINHARDT-CAPTAIN

A six-year member of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program, Jacob Swimmer has made his mark as a true leader in this program. Jacob has always put the team first and is willing to put himself through the thick of it just to give his teammates a chance at success. His leadership is one of the reasons this team has been so successful, including a five-win streak. In his fourth season with the varsity soccer team, Jacob has made more than 53 appearances for the Hawks, with 3 goals and 4 assists.

Hayden was a part of the Hawks’ Middle School soccer program, then turned his focus to tennis before returning to the pitch this year. Hayden’s work rate, competitiveness, and grit in practices and in games has inspired many around him. He has pushed others to work just as hard as he has, and the team is better for it. In his first season with the varsity soccer team, Hayden has made 8 appearances for the Hawks

Ryan has been a member of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program since 9th grade. He suffered a knee injury his junior year and has worked tirelessly to recover. His command of the back line, along with his intensity and physicality have helped inspire others on the field and has led to our success in back field as a team. A threat in the air, Ryan has shown hard work does pay off. In his second season with the varsity soccer team, Ryan has made 15 appearances for the Hawks, with 4 goals this season.

As part of the Charlotte Latin Soccer program since 9th grade, Luke has been a dedicated member of his team and teammates for the last 4 years. His work rate in training and his daily support of his teammates are inspiring. Luke’s ability to be both a field player and a goalkeeper has helped us during practices, and he is always willing to do what’s best for the team. In his first season with the varsity soccer team, Luke has made 5 appearances for the Hawks and made 15 saves.

JACOB SWIMMER-CAPTAIN

HAYDEN WILLETT

RYAN BURBANK

LUKE BUNGARD

Team All-Conference

FRONT ROW (L-R) Wright Lawrence, Shiv Iyer, Charlie Sidman, Jacob Nguyen, Marks Gustafson, Soloman Boakye, Matthew Tewolde, Max Bai

SECOND ROW (L-R) Thomas Hamilton, Holden Freno, Bennet Snelsire, Kenny Ogbata, Collin Kiefer, Jackson Jarrell, Ryan Kim, Graham Babcock

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Powell Paguibitan, Assistant Coach Kendal Leak, Stuart Christhif, Knox Hutcheson, Louis Markin, Ethan Worrell, Benjamin Goldman, Clayton Hahn, Head Coach Shane Barthram

MIDDLE

SCHOOL: SOCCER

FRONT ROW (L-R) Parker Bange, Carter Freno, Rob Lesley, Carsten Flowers, Cooper Fights, Henry Archibald, Tuck Speckman, Andrew Stravino

SECOND ROW (L-R) Jack Lilly, Bryson Wilde, Emery Lew, Jackson Dean, Asher Tallent, Charles Guggenheimer, Will Moody, Graham Wagner

BACK ROW (L-R) Assistant Coach Mark Brunton, Head Coach Paul Alt, Rylan Strife, David Sammons, Brayden Leach, Henry Alt, Connor Gannett, Assistant Coach Powell Paguibitan

NOT PICTURED Michael Ferro, Carter Gannett, Leighton Seagraves, Alex Korkowski

CHARLOTTE LATIN BOOSTER CLUB

VARSITY SOCCER

The 2022 boys’ varsity soccer season was one to be remembered as not only did the Hawks play one of the toughest schedules in the state, they walked away CISAA conference champions at the end of it all. Starting the year with a record of 5-1-1 against some incredible teams, the Hawks quickly found themselves 5-5-1 after a string of close games with heartbreaking finishes. The rest of the season, however, was a testament to the character, determination, and mindset of the team. The Hawks went on to finish the season 6-1, with some incredible road victories at Cannon, Covenant Day & Charlotte Country Day. I am very proud of this team and all that we accomplished together.

JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER

What a fantastic season we had this year with this group of young men. Going into this season was a challenge having such a young team consisting of 13 freshman, seven sophomores and only two juniors. Learning new formations and systems of plays, the boys worked hard in practice sessions and embraced all the changes. On the field, the boys displayed such a dynamic style of play with lots of creativity and determination, pushing the boys to a great season with only one loss. We are very proud of this team. What a great group of young men and we enjoyed watching them develop both their skill and enthusiasm for the game.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER

The 2022 Middle School boys’ soccer season was led by head coach Paul Alt, along with assistant coach Mark Brunton, succeeding several progressive years from head coach Powell Paguibitan. This team continued the technical and tactical improvements from previous seasons, and combined these efforts with player-initiated team goals of resiliency and staying positive. The goals were met many times, as the season was streaked with ebbs and flows. We won the first four games, dropped the next three, and won the last four games, resulting in the #2 spot at the end of regular season. This seeding set a semi-final between Latin and PD on Patten Stadium. PD scored against the run of play halfway through the first half, and Latin continued to bombard the Chargers until the lights came on, but ultimately fell 0-1. The Hawks played their best soccer at the end of the season in front a great Latin crowd. Other highlights included two victories over Country Day, and late winners at Christian and Covenant Day. The team celebrates ten 8th graders and wishes them all the best in Upper School, and we are excited about 15 returning 7th graders for next season! Go Hawks!

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tennis

VARSITY: TENNIS

FRONT ROW (L-R) Maddie Larsh, Naomi Randall, Moné Cary, Camille Darwich, Payton Desai, Samantha DeWeese

BACK ROW (L-R) Head Coach Dale Hall, Lauren McRae, Eleanor Poole, Mayes Fisher, Macy Thigpen, Kate Hampton Haynie, Assistant Coach Kim Hanson

CHARLOTTE LATIN BOOSTER CLUB SPORTS

TENNIS: SENIORS

Congratulations! Congratulations!

Camille joined the team as a freshman and worked hard behind a talented group of older players. She immediately showed her talent in doubles and by junior year her hard work paid off, going undefeated that year in doubles with a 15-0 record! In last year’s state final, Camille won one of the two singles matches that clinched the title for the Hawks, coming back to win in an exciting 3rd set breaker. Camille also established herself as a leader off the court, excelling as a two-year captain and as a SALT representative for the team. Her dry sense of humor and spirit keeps things fun around her teammates.

Samantha has been a 4-year starter for the Hawks, and will finish her time at Latin with close to 30 singles and 22 doubles wins. Samantha made her mark right away as a freshman by keeping us in the 2019 final, securing our only doubles point and starting our comeback surge with a win in singles. Since then, Samantha has come through with many clutch wins in both singles and doubles that contributed to our 2020 and 2021 State titles. She is a fierce competitor with a quiet determination that has made her a huge asset to our team.

(L-R) Samantha DeWeese, Mayes Fisher, Eleanor Poole, Macy Thigpen, Camille Darwich

CAMILLE DARWICH -CAPTAIN

SAMANTHA DEWEESE

Macy joined the varsity team her freshman year and has steadily improved as a player since then. Macy has worked hard to become more consistent off the ground, using her powerful serve to open up the court for the put-away ball. Macy has also really caught on to the nuances of doubles, dominating at net and pumping up her partner during matches. While consistently facing the challenge of having to compete for playing time with many talented teammates, Macy has handled herself with grace and a team-first attitude, contributing whenever she was in the lineup. Her cheerful and positive attitude also helped keep the team’s mood light during many a stressful situation.

Mayes has been a starter on the tennis team for each of her 4 seasons. Her athleticism, powerful serve and ground strokes will result in her gaining over 30 wins each in singles and doubles by the end of her time on the courts at Latin. She has been an integral part of the team’s three State Championships. A three-sport athlete, Mayes knows how to compete and win, but always does so with a smile and excellent sportsmanship towards her opponents. Her upbeat attitude and personality make her a great teammate and friend to all.

Eleanor joined the tennis team her freshman year, bringing with her a solid baseline game. She worked hard and learned much her first two years behind some very talented and experienced teammates. Eleanor steadily added shots to her arsenal and was always ready to jump into the lineup when needed. She has become one of our most consistent contributors both as a singles player and in a successful doubles partnership with Mayes Fisher. Also, a three-sport athlete, Eleanor competes hard and is determined to walk off the court with a win. She has also been an encouraging and supportive cocaptain this year as a senior.

MAYES FISHER

ELEANOR POOLE-CAPTAIN

MACY THIGPEN

The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure you’re very courageous: be strong, be extremely kind, and above all be humble.

-Serena Williams

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FRONT ROW (L-R) Jackie Rao, Divija Rao, Ananya Banerjee, Angelina Yan, Jolin Cheng, Zoe Panzo

BACK ROW (L-R) Neesa Phadke, Evy Linker, Molly Schnyder, Ansley Hoffman, Katherine DuBose, Hannah Blackhall, Head Coach Bill Drury

MIDDLE SCHOOL: TENNIS

FRONT ROW (L-R) Nora Panzo, Ella Hennessy, Maggie Adams, Grace Porcher, Claudia Burke, Claire Siever

BACK ROW (L-R) Head Coach Colin Imwalle, Harris Hollmeyer, Ivy Brown, Cecelia Clifton, Reynolds Burns, Vivian Randall, Assistant Coach Isa Stokes

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VARSITY TENNIS

After a challenging start, this year’s Varsity Girls’ Tennis team really pulled together and hit their stride mid-season, when the singles lineup solidified, and doubles partnerships started to gel. Heading into the NCISAA playoffs, we knew we were better than our 6th seed indicated, but needed to go on the road to prove it. After a home win over Rabun Gap, the Hawks traveled to Raleigh and played their best tennis against third-seeded Saint Mary’s School, and second-seeded Durham Academy, to earn a fourth consecutive spot in the finals. The championship match was against #1 seed Charlotte Country Day and was hosted at UNC Charlotte’s Halton-Wagner Tennis Center. The Hawks fought hard but trailed 2-1 going into singles, and could not make up enough ground to get the four wins needed to claim the state title. Calvin Davis, the Bucs’ head coach, said that Latin pushed them the hardest this season. It was a fantastic match all around, with everyone giving it their all. We would like to recognize the contributions of our five seniors: Mayes Fisher, Eleanor Poole, Samantha DeWeese, Camille Darwich, and Macy Thigpen. Since starting in our program in seventh grade, this group has been a huge part of a string of Latin tennis victories from 2017-2022 that includes two middle school conference championships, three consecutive NCISAA state championships, and this year’s runner-up prize. They will be missed!

JUNIOR VARSITY TENNIS

The 2022 Latin JV tennis season was a renewal year. With only four returning players, this year’s squad had much to learn. The season began with seven straight losses, yet their enthusiasm for tennis never waned. This was in large part due to the leadership of the team’s three juniors Neesa Phadke, Ansley Hoffman and Katherine Dubose, and sophomore Molly Schnyder (we shall not forget “Molly Time”). Their positive attitudes and inclusiveness buoyed the team through some difficult competitions and the team finished by winning five of the last six matches.

This winning streak was the result of significant improvement in the players. Katherine Dubose, Molly Schnyder, Ananya Banerjee, Angelina Yang, Jackie Rao and Jolin Cheng all made notable strides in their tennis development. Evy Linker and Divija Rao’s efforts and determination led to remarkable improvement in their tennis skills.  Hannah Blackhall and Zoe Panzo played inspired doubles throughout the season while both won singles matches in the final tie. One of the intrinsic values of JV tennis is to foster skill development, and this year was a successful step in adding to the foundation of Latin’s strong girls’ tennis program.

MIDDLE SCHOOL TENNIS

Our team had an amazing season this fall! The players’ hard work resulted in a regular season record of 9-1 and in the postseason we made it to the championship match. All eleven players contributed to our success throughout the season. Establishing the foundation of our team’s culture was the main priority accomplished this season. Being mindful of our effort and attitude on and off the court was central to this culture. At the end of each practice and match we dedicated time to spotlight one another for specific examples of maximum effort and maintaining a positive attitude. Every player did a great job of creating an accepting and supportive environment which allowed for our team to grow very close. At times celebrating teammates’ accomplishments and also comforting teammates after defeats. Our team is excited for the opportunities that next season will bring!

FRONT ROW (L-R) Alison Archibald, Addie Hull, Ainsley Sullivan, Taylor McKinney, Wallace Roberts, Emily Cao, Serena Hu

BACK ROW (L-R) Sophia Cartafalsa (manager), Assistant Coach Elizabeth Owen, Ashley Malone, Camille Becker, Lilly Clark, Katie Clark, Scarlett Black, Head Coach Caitlin Peters

NOT PICTURED Madison Nabors

VOLLEYBALL SENIOR Congratulations!

Lilly Clark is a three-year varsity player who was selected as a captain by her teammates. She has established herself as a dominating presence at the net defensively and offensively. Lilly has led the team in blocks for the last two seasons and this year she has also led the team offensively with an incredible .341 hitting percentage. Lilly is known for her steady consistency at the net and fun spirit with her teammates. She is one of those players that will always have a smile on her face and is loved by everyone. Some of her favorite memories throughout her volleyball career at Latin have been laughing with her teammates and always dancing to Cotton Eye Joe during practices. Lilly’s advice for future players is to always have fun and be competitive.

LILLY CLARK

LILLY CLARK-CAPTAIN

FRONT ROW (L-R) Hannah Hurden, Mari Sideris, Lila Highsmith, Holdyn Hendley, Kaitlyn Utley, Reilly Desai, Talia Hawa

BACK ROW (L-R) Head Coach Lisa Laws, Allie Haynie, Avery Bly, Sloan Ellison, Morgan McLaughlin, Sydney Thune, Annie Smith, Assistant Coach Marianna Spero CHARLOTTE

FRONT ROW (L-R) Lily Coble, Aiyanna West, Graceyn Levesque, Elle Hahn, Sara Grace Starner, Giselle Bezanson, Sophia McGirt, Emma Bearden

BACK ROW (L-R) Head Coach Alyssa Doby, Julian McCoy (manager), Zoey Sideris, Sophie Edwards, Sophie Dunn, Ava Nadeau, Sahana Mahesh, Maren Weiers, Assistant Coach Sarah Sipperly

GRADE:

FRONT ROW (L-R) Sita Sagunarthy, Jayne Hale, Ryan Burrell, Leela Rhodes, Reese Gail, Grace Short

BACK ROW (L-R) Head Coach Chris Brycki, Mimi Hanley, Lexi Vineyard, Ellie Holland, Sutton Ellison, Ainsley Bly

NOT PICTURED Alex Bleakney, Assistant Coach Mary Cerbie

VARSITY VOLLEYBALL

The Varsity Volleyball team finished their season with an 11-15 record improving incredibly from last season. This team was very young with only one senior and competed throughout every single match. Our senior, Lilly Clark, led the team in blocks with a total of 37 and a hitting percentage of .285. The team was also led by junior Ashley Malone, who was recognized as an All-State and All-Conference 1st Team player leading the way on offense with 341 kills, averaging 4.1 kills/set. We are very proud of this team for the hard work throughout the entire season with a tough conference schedule and how they always stepped up to the challenge. This season showed us all that Hawks volleyball has a bright future ahead!

JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL

Thirteen ninth and tenth grade Hawks made up the JV volleyball team, which was led by second-year coach Lisa Laws and assisted by Marianna Spero. The Hawks celebrated key wins against Providence Day, Carmel Christian, and Charlotte Country Day, while learning from their losses and taking action to correct mistakes. It was a great year for this team, which is full of talent and positivity.

8TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL

The 8th grade girls’ volleyball team finished the season with a great battle in the playoffs and are excited for the future. This team started out with some work to do and minimal experience playing together. They improved so much as a team and in their individual skills, and it was incredible to watch. The support demonstrated by the group, along with the infectious positive support of our manager, Julian, is what really made the season so memorable. It is hard to select one match that stood out for this team because so many matches went to three sets where the team really pushed themselves and gave their best efforts. The theme for this year was “growth”, and not only did their skills improve significantly, but they became a strong unit through their friendship as teammates. As coaches, it was such a joy to watch. Go Hawks!

7TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL

What an amazing season the youngest volleyball Hawks had! This team improved so much and really learned what it means to work together as a team. We battled injuries and learned to play new positions. We truly had each other’s backs and we persevered until the end. Our last game was our most exciting, coming out on top after coming from behind. Our never-give-up attitude helped us grow all season long. Way to go, Hawks!

congratulations Fall College Commits

Crawford credits her dad with first exposing her to lacrosse, since he always had it on the TV. A former college player himself, Mr. Fisher also coached a local youth league, and young Crawford was often brought along to practices. She didn’t pick up her own stick, though, until she played for the Hawks in seventh grade. It turns out, she liked it, and says it’s the fast pace and the combination of skills from other sports that makes it fun to play. Just two years later, Crawford made the varsity team as a freshman and began playing for a club team. Unfortunately, that was the “COVID year,” and our season was canceled before it really started. Crawford made up for lost time the next two seasons, scoring more than 60 goals and winning 50 draw controls. She earned All-Conference and All-State as a sophomore and a junior, and added 2nd Team All-Observer honors last year. More importantly, Crawford exemplifies the “team-first” attitude with her hard work, her consistency, and her willingness to play any role needed. And don’t let her quiet demeanor fool you – she is a fierce competitor who is not afraid to drive to the goal or box-out on a draw.

Crawford visited a lot of schools and realized that she preferred a smaller size but also wanted the opportunity to study abroad. Of course, strong academics and a competitive lacrosse program were factors as well. She found it all in Pennsylvania, where she spent a day with the team and saw how close the players were, and how much they enjoy playing lacrosse together. Next year, she’ll be among them as a Red Devil, learning and competing at Dickinson College.

Congratulations Crawford!

Curiosity drove Bryce to pick up his first lacrosse stick when he was around six years old, and it’s been a part of his life ever since. He particularly enjoys the fast pace and physicality of the sport. From his position as a goalie, Bryce says he feels in control of the flow of the game. He has started in goal for the varsity team since he was a freshman, exhibiting fearlessness and quickness between the pipes, and attaining a 55-percent save rate overall. Bryce brings enthusiasm and emotional energy to the team, even when he was sidelined last year with an injury and spent much of the season helping his teammates develop the skills needed to fill in as goalie. He has a heart for giving back to the sport with a willingness to volunteer at clinics and work as a coach with younger players. Bryce recognized early-on that he wanted to play collegiate lacrosse and he has put in the work necessary to achieve his goal, with a commitment to gaining strength and continually improving his technique.

When the time came to visit colleges, Bryce visited several schools during his junior year, but one stood out. He describes it as dream-like, being surrounded by fountains, modern buildings, and a state-of-the-art stadium that buzzed with energy... an energy that seemed to flow through all of campus. His decision may have been made even easier by a sense of familiarity, since Bryce’s brother, Collin, was already playing lacrosse there. We look forward to having Bryce back in goal fully healthy with the Hawks this year, before he makes the transition to collegiate lacrosse at High Point University.

Congratulations Bryce!

Davis doesn’t remember exactly when he started playing golf – it just seems to have always been part of his life. We can credit his middle school buddies at Carmel Country Club for fostering his love for the sport, though, because he enjoyed hanging out with them so much that he started playing a lot more. In fact, even though golf is more of an individual sport, Davis says the social aspect of the game is the part he loves most, and where he has formed some of his greatest friendships. Davis had his “hello world” moment when he ran away with the individual title at the state championship as a sophomore, shooting a six-under par 66 that included seven birdies on the back nine. His success continued in his junior year, when he finished ranked third in stroke average in the NCISAA. This summer, Davis faced a tough challenge at the North Carolina Junior Boys’ Championship. After one round of stroke play qualifying, Davis was the 36th seed. Undeterred – or maybe a little deterred – he went on to win six straight head-to-head matches in bracket play to claim the title and the prestigious Henry Lee Welch trophy. Along with his accomplishments on the golf course, Davis has also excelled on the basketball court. Don’t let the baby face fool you, he is one of the most competitive athletes I’ve coached.

Davis is also a smart young man, and he recognized that finding the right school meant finding the right blend of academics, athletics, and social environment. This particular program made the choice easy for him. Davis said his future teammates were very welcoming, and he knows that while he is having fun with them on the golf course, he will also be getting a very good education. We can’t wait to watch him play just up the road at Davidson College.

CRAWFORD FISHER

BRYCE HOBEN

DAVIS SAYMAN

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