Once again, victory lies ahead for girls’ lacrosse

by Sophia Lycette

The girls’ lacrosse team won the district championship in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons. Photo

Following a solid start to the season, the Southern Lehigh girls’ lacrosse team currently boasts a 6-2 record and is hoping to win their third district title in a row and make it past the first round of states.

“[We’re] already [showing] improvement from last year, and hopes are high as we are currently ranked first in our district,” junior Sara Tesche said.

Although there was a big adjustment to this year’s season: losing key players, the varsity head coach, and an enormous team downsize, our Spartans used these changes to build an even stronger, more flourishing team.

“[There have been] many changes to our team, and we have big shoes to fill,” junior Reese Macintosh said. “But having a smaller team has allowed us to communicate more and become much closer. Our JV and Varsity [teams] are not [so] separated, which gives great team bonding.”

The girls’ lacrosse team, small but mighty, has proven extremely successful through their determination, allowing them to focus on their expectations for this season.

“Emmaus is our team’s biggest rival,” sophomore Ella Bausher said. “Even though playing them this year will be a challenge, losing to them in the last few seconds of last season’s game, winning is possible because our team works hard and shows up every day.”

The Spartans ride on their team’s communication and bonding as a source to face challenges such as beating Emmaus.

“This year, we have team dinners throughout the season,” junior Reese Macintosh said. “Everyone is engaged in our conversations, and we all support each other during games. These things have definitely improved our performance together.”

The Spartans have a long way ahead, but their positive attitude and high spirits should set them up for victory.

“Yeah, white!” junior Sara Tesche said.