interview with my coach

1. Who do you think was the most improved player on the team?

To start, the entire team improved their skills. From never playing lacrosse, it was impressive to watch the team grow in their lacrosse abilities. Everyone gained better stick skills, and learned about the rules and movements of the game. In my opinion, there were two players who stood out the most for improving not only their lacrosse skills, but their maturity, competitive edge, and positivity. These girls are Michaela Sullivan and Caitlin Landry. They had a turning point in the season where I relied on them to get the ball and take control.

2. In your opinion how do you think our season went?

Our season was not measured by the number of wins, ties, or losses. It was a foundation year that was meant to introduce the new sport to the athletes and instill a love for the game. Because this was my goal, I believe we had a very successful team. Everyone put their heart and soul into every game, and were so excited when we did well. The players responded to my coaching, and we were able to have some close games that were a lot of fun to watch. I am looking forward to working with most of the players next year.

3. Do you think we put in enough effort to try to win a game this season?

Overall, every player put in the effort that was needed to win a game; however, it takes more than just effort to win a game. The important thing was that we did not lose our team moral when we lost, and we always gave our best on the field. As we grow individually and as a team, we will learn the other factors that it takes to win games.

4. Do you think we should work on something more or remove something that we do on the team?

There is always something you can be working on to improve. I think, as a team, your best qualities were your enthusiasm and work ethic. Those are two qualities that cannot be coached, so it was impressive to have in our inaugural season. To improve, all players should work on their stick skills and conditioning. These two aspects make you a better lacrosse player.

5. Do you think we can get a win next season? and how will we be able to next season?

We will be more competitive next season and I believe we will have more than 1 win! We will have a similar schedule, so I believe that we will win the close games that we were unable to finish this year (Bellingham 9-5, Metro 6-5, and Medfield JV 9-9). I am planning on creating two leveled teams: Varsity and JV. Players who work during the offseason and show improvements in stick work and conditioning will be rewarded with their efforts and put onto varsity. Those players who still need fundamental development will be placed on JV. I am doing this so that players will have the ability to get more playing time, as well as playing teams that are similar in skill level to them. At practice, we will work with our teams creating plays and working on ball movement and field awareness.