by Allie Serres
The girls’ basketball season officially tipped off on November 10th. The Lady Hillmen played their first game on November 21st against Boscobel with a win of 60 to 54. The girls’ next game put them at a 2-2 record for both Varsity and JV with a double-header yet to come on the following Monday night.
This year brings many new changes for the team. Last year, Coach Wayne Jentz stepped down from the head coaching position for the girls’ team, so this year, Coach Jim Lawinger has taken his place as head coach. Coach Mark Ludlum and Coach Mark Hamer are also returning.
The change in staffing has meant more to the ladies than a new face. They hope to “learn a new system since we have a new Head Coach,” according to Coach Ludlum while also having a good time.
Captains Ashley Budden (‘15) and Cassie Hamer (‘15) lead the diligent team, which has a fair showing from every grade with 4 seniors, 7 juniors, 6 sophomores, 10 freshmen.
In the meantime, all the girls are being put to the test with a different strategy from their coaches this season. “We are running a different offense and defense this year,” says Coach Ludlum, adding, “We are pressing and changing defenses. Offensively, we are pushing the ball and attacking the rim.”
No matter how the season turns out for the Lady Hillmen, it’s up to the students to cheer them on. In the words of their devoted coach, “The girls are working extremely hard and they are a great deal of fun to watch. I love all of them and enjoy coaching these quality young ladies.”
Girls' Basketball
by Will Philipps
The girls’ basketball season officially tipped off on November 10th. The Lady Hillmen played their first game on November 21st against Boscobel with a win of 60 to 54. The girls’ next game put them at a 2-2 record for both Varsity and JV with a double-header yet to come on the following Monday night.
This year brings many new changes for the team. Last year, Coach Wayne Jentz stepped down from the head coaching position for the girls’ team, so this year, Coach Jim Lawinger has taken his place as head coach. Coach Mark Ludlum and Coach Mark Hamer are also returning.
The change in staffing has meant more to the ladies than a new face. They hope to “learn a new system since we have a new Head Coach,” according to Coach Ludlum while also having a good time.
Captains Ashley Budden (‘15) and Cassie Hamer (‘15) lead the diligent team, which has a fair showing from every grade with 4 seniors, 7 juniors, 6 sophomores, 10 freshmen.
In the meantime, all the girls are being put to the test with a different strategy from their coaches this season. “We are running a different offense and defense this year,” says Coach Ludlum, adding, “We are pressing and changing defenses. Offensively, we are pushing the ball and attacking the rim.”
No matter how the season turns out for the Lady Hillmen, it’s up to the students to cheer them on. In the words of their devoted coach, “The girls are working extremely hard and they are a great deal of fun to watch. I love all of them and enjoy coaching these quality young ladies.”
Saafia Masoom contributed to this article.
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