By Ashleigh Forrest
The Lady Spartans and Coach
Matt Koeppel will kick off their season on Monday, February 29, hoping to bring
home a regional win for the first time in Olympia history.
“I think we are going to
be better than we were last year and go farther in regionals. We have a lot of
new athletic talent added to the team this year that will add to our offense
and defense,” said Bekah Bauersfeld, senior and returning captain.
“My number one goal is
to have fun and to keep a good attitude whether we win or lose. I always expect
to have a better record than last season, of course, and this year we have a
very good chance to do so,” said Coach Koeppel
The girls had their
first practice as a team on February 29 and their first game is on March 15
against Peoria Manual. Koeppel has very high hopes for the girls this season.
The rumors are true. Business
teacher, Mr. Josh Klokkenga will be a volunteer assistant coach for the team
this season. He will mostly be sticking to coaching the JV team, but he will
still help a little bit with the varsity team as well. Mr. Ivan Hernandez will
also be helping out with coaching.
Assistant Coach
Klokkenga said, “I expect regional title this year. Koeppel and I have
discussed this thoroughly and we both agree that it is a very reasonable goal.
It would also be really cool to bring home the first title.”
The new freshmen seem to
be very excited about joining the team this year, according to Koeppel. Freshman
Jessie Beachy said, “I can’t wait to get the whole high school soccer
experience but I’m also a little nervous because the last time I actually
played soccer was in third grade.”
Sophomore Jaci Terrel
said, “I want to make new friends and branch out to people I don't usually talk
to. I only have a few friends that are playing with me this year so I think it
will be really fun.”
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