Each practice the athletes refined skills, while adding new skills to their repertoire. They also learned how to strategically incorporate these skills and various aspects of the game during competition.

 

The Junior Varsity team had early success in the season and proved that they could be tough opponents in and out of league. Several team members displayed talent that could rival a varsity player, which posses well for the future of the program. This is even more impressive when you consider that each and every athlete on the JV Water Polo team had no prior experience as a water polo player. Despite that fact, the girls quickly picked up the game and learned the importance of being aggressive and proactive players. Throughout the season, each player grew, developed and stepped up as a student-athlete. They represented their school, families, teammates, coach and themselves with Sailor Pride!

 

The Varsity team improved in each and every practice. They played hard and took initiative, which was especially important due to the loss of a critical player, Kyla Kariger, towards the end of the season. This injury, among several other pivotal injuries, spurred many players into action, giving them new opportunities to step up for their team and be leaders. The Varsity players improved their offense, but more importantly they significantly improved their defense, which aided the team’s growth this year. Approaching the end of the season, Varsity’s overall improvement was evident during competition, challenging some of the toughest teams in the league. Coach Kylie Helms was incredibly pleased with her athletes and couldn't have asked for better teams. She is very excited to see what the preseason, summer and following seasons bring!