Spring sports at a glance Writing and Photo by Hayes Gaboury As the weather begins to warm, spring sports athletes have already started training with their respective teams. Sports like track and field, lacrosse, and baseball have started their conditioning and practices. It’s an exciting time for the athletes involved, but some may not be up to speed on what sports are in season. Here’s a quick guide to some of Carlmont’s spring sports.
Track and Field Track and field is a sport where everyone can find something they enjoy. Whether it be running relay races or competing in the high jump, there are many options for athletes. The encouraging atmosphere and friendly athletes make track and field a very appealing sport to students. “There is a great community with like-minded people all trying to improve themselves,” said Ethan Moussa, a senior.
Lacrosse Lacrosse is a mix of soccer, football, and hockey elements. Players wear upper body pads and helmets and carry lacrosse sticks with a netted pocket at the top. With a baseball-like ball in those pockets, players attempt to score in the other team’s goal. The hand-eye coordination and footwork complicate the sport — while carrying the ball, you look for incoming players and your teammates. “Learning how to play lacrosse took a while, but once I got the hang of it, I loved it,” said Brynn Toomasson, a junior.
Baseball After a pandemic-shortened season, Carlmont’s baseball team is back in action. “We aim to take a more aggressive and ‘time to take care of business’ approach along with stronger team chemistry and cooperation,” said Gavin Grivas, a junior. Baseball’s focus on teamwork requires communication from everyone on the field. Knowing where to position yourself, what type of pitch to throw, or when to steal a base is crucial to playing well. Despite this complexity, Grivas and the team are excited and optimistic about their chances this season.
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