Getting to the fields Saturday morning, there was excitement, but also a little hesitation about the cold weather. Honestly, I was pretty excited the tournament happened. We put on our cleats and pretty much every layer we could find in the parking lot listening to some throwbacks on Boomy.
Our first game vs WUWU was fun and spirited, it was great to get out there and play, despite the cold weather, and it wasn’t even THAT cold. Next we played Emory in another very spirited game. Which started out with a huge layout grab by an Emory girl!!
The third game was vs. Northewestern, after going up 1 or 2 breaks at the end of the game, Northwestern came back and took the game on universe. It was a really tough hard fought game.
Scorned then played Purdue. I had never played them before, but they were a very speedy team. They also pretty much caught everything. It was a close game, until Scorned was able to score an upwind break. At the same time Miles (the dog) was rolling on something which ended up being a dead mouse. Kevin trying to get the team pumped up, proceeded to stomp on the mouse, at which point it got stuck on the bottom of his shoe. After Gapstur picked it off with her bare hands, Scorned was then able to score the downwind break, and put ourselves in a position to take the game. Thanks to the Purdue ladies for a great game.
After games, everyone on our team went to the skills clinic, (everyone learned at least one thing so it was awesome) and although very cold proved to be beneficial for everyone. Thanks to Michelle and all the guest coaches for that opportunity.
Then butcher’s dad made us an awesome dinner, and let us use his hot tub, some movies were watched, some homework done, and Miles took an extremely long nap outside.
Sunday morning came pretty early, and although an alarm mishap at one of the houses, we all managed to make it to the fields on time to warm up for the Kansas game. Scorned came out and proved that we were ready to play and win during the Betty’s game. Everyone was making sick cuts, and getting D’s as well as some crazy cheering on the sidelines. It was also very good to have Becca back! Scorned ended up getting a couple breaks, and getting in a good position to take the game. Kelly Shiro kicked butt this game scoring like 2 or 3 points, the last point of the game being from Kelly to Kelly.
The next game was vs. Minnesota. Knowing a lot of people on the ninjas I know they had been doing well this tournament, deservingly so. They had great players, and have been working very hard. The game vs. them was super competitive and hard fought. After being down 3 points (or so) scorned was able to fight back and take them to universe. Although we couldn’t pull it off it was by far the best most competitive game we played during the tournament, and its great to play against such strong in-region teams.
The 3rd place game was vs. Colorado State, hells bells. Always a super fun spirited team. They also have essentially the same logo as us. Everyone played well this game, despite coming off a close loss. It was so cool to see everyone making such great cuts on O, and big plays on D. Oliver had a huge bid on O that last point of the game. Thanks to the Hells Bells ladies for such a great game
As a team we did a lot of things well this weekend, but we also did a lot of things not so well. Lucky for us we have 3 weeks till our next tournament, Centex. Kevin and Lana took note of the things we need to work on, and I am sure these next 2 weeks we will be working hard.
I was so proud of all of my teammates this weekend, I felt that everyone worked hard, and improved some aspect of their game. I don’t remember much of what happened in specific games, but I remember how my teammates played. Here is some of what I remember.
Alyssa (My PUB) - scored an upwind break in the Minnesota game, the fire and passion in her eyes when she scored was something I had never seen before, and I have a feeling she will be unleashing that same fire in the rest of our games to come.
Pesch continues to improve her defense, and uses her size to make big plays on D.
Kaira and Sam worked to improve their chemistry, working on patience, breaks, and overall handler domination.
Kate played phenomenal D as always, but proved to be a strong dominating handler taking control of the offense.
Janani, Weino, and Jess came out hard in their first spring tournament, proving that they could use what they had been practicing. Playing very different roles than last year, they developed new chemistry with teammates, while working that disc up the field together.
Kelly Smith proved even more consistent than at Queen City. She played both handler and cutter with her great continue cuts, sticky hand and big grabs. We are very lucky to have her with us this season.
Oliver was back and better than ever, this girl is quick, plays awesome D, and always seems to be in the right place, so lucky she came back and is joining us this year for another season!
Anne was solid as ever rocking those sideline cuts, specifically catching a very tricky over the back huck to score in the endzone.
Mag was calm and collected as usual, making every bid, throw catch look effortless. She is able to play every point with such a high intensity, no matter what the score or conditions of the game.
Becca was a force to be reckoned with on Sunday, playing a huge number of points. She is able to stay incredibly positive no matter the score of the game, and her teammates feed off it.
Our rookies are absolutely incredible.
Brittnee has been playing for about 4 weeks now, and her offensive cuts and catches make her look like she has been playing for years.
Stu Liu – Magon has definitely taught this girl a thing or two about cutting. Not sure where she gets the feisty-ness from though. When she is playing defense you do not want to mess with her.
Ellen – She eats D’s for breakfast, I bet she got like 10 this weekend.
Marissa – Makes deep cuts like a champ, this girl is fast and aggressive. She also is a Zumba instructor #score
Kelly Shiro- May have been a little timid at Queen City, but was more aggressive this tournament. Especially in the Betty’s game, she made D’s and then scored like 3 points! One being Kelly to Kelly! She can also be given the credit for the Purdue win because of her role as Boomy’s keeper.
Thanks to our coaches, Butcher’s Family and Blake and Gibbs for allowing us to stay at their house. Thanks to our fans that came out and watched; Jazz, Joes, Gap, Gibbs, Blake, Amy, Seth, Butcher, Miles the dog, Sidney the dog, Ben, Kate, and everyone who followed us over the weekend on our sideline and afar. Sorry for the lack of tweets.
Big shout out to BOWS! Who although didn’t make it to the tournament, represented our club, and got us money for next year!! Thanks Bows!
This year is different. We have had an incredibly successful
season thus far, and winning Centex for the 2nd year in a row was
truly amazing. However, winning Centex
is not our “destination” for the season. Trust Lana (pictured left) when she says that we have
not even come close to peaking this season. Our younger players are improving
and becoming more confident at every practice, watching their drive and desire
at practice assures me that our team is only going to improve from here. Our
veterans are not only pushing these younger players, but learning along with
them, and our coaches and captains are challenging all of us to focus, become
better players, and most importantly work together.
