You know what they say about the best laid plans... Last week's unrelenting drizzle again managed to transform playing fields into something that more resembled just-soaked sponges, forcing postponements, cancellations and allowing only one varsity game prior to Thursday. As a result, many teams' remaining schedules are growing increasingly congested as we approach the home stretch of the spring season, generating a measure of turmoil within the athletic offices but creating numerous opportunities and dramatic scenarios for you, the fans.
The boys' tennis team provides our first prime example. Though they somehow managed to complete two competitions, a 4-1 loss to Severn and Thursday's 5-0 thrashing of Boys Latin, the lads face a demanding agenda ahead replete with four matches against the likes of Friends (4/21, away), Loyola (4/22, home), St. Paul's (4/23, home) and McDonogh (4/24, away). All of this, including our big win over the Lakers, comes on the heels of injuries to our number two singles player and a member of our one doubles duo. So please take a moment to congratulate and encourage the tennis squad as they battle adversity and adversaries alike. Better yet, spend an afternoon at Friends School, Stevenson University or McDonogh this week and witness the Bruins firsthand!
The rain may have been the least of baseball's problems as they were humbled by Severn last Thursday and followed up with another loss to AACS Friday. The traumatic week dropped the Bruins to third place in the "Red" division with a 3-4 record. With some ground (as well as pride?) to regain, the boys hope to right the ship at winless Chapelgate on Tuesday (4/21) before facing division-leader Boys Latin on Sugar Field Wednesday. The "crowded schedule" theme continues as the Bruins then travel to Glenelg Thursday.
Softball appears to have regained their dominance, downing Garrison 23-2 and Friends 5-2 in their last two contests. Upcoming foes are said to be among the best the conference has to offer, however. Today (Monday the 2oth) the girls take on rival Beth Tfiloh at home on Sugar Field, followed by Wednesday and Thursday road trips to fellow 3-1 competitor Bryn Mawr and then St. Tim's to round out the week.
The Bruins golfers hope to find their way into the win column in matches against struggling Mt. Carmel, at Rocky Point Golf Club on Tuesday (4/21), and Key School, at Woodholme on Thursday (4/23). Having lost to Gibbons 14.5-6.5 last Friday, this week could be the turn-around the team needs.
The boys' lax team experienced a taste of heartbreak last Friday, losing a triple overtime bout to Glenelg 7-6. Today the Bruins head to AACS, the division leader, with a chance to even their record. The week gets no easier as the boys then hit the road against 3-1 Pallotti on Wednesday and the ever-dangerous and traditional post-season combatant John Carroll (4-1) on Friday. Let's hear it for the boys ('80's music reference for those of you paying attention) as they look to make a much-needed statement in the B-conference!
In a less than stellar outing, the girls' lacrosse team held off Pallotti last Thursday in a 20-17 tussle. Now 5-1 in the conference, the Bruins remain in second place behind arch rival and undefeated Friends School. The laxers must first endure games on Monday against IND and Tuesday at AACS, neither a simple test, before attaining their opportunity at redemption for the crushing, double overtime loss suffered at the hands of the Quakers at the start of April. Make plans now to carpool on Thursday (4/23) as you won't want to miss the second scuffle of the top two as the Bruins take on Friends, this time on their turf , for the premier seed in the conference. With all that's on the line, we'll call this one our GAME OF THE WEEK (an unprecedented away version) so let's be sure to pack the seats on Charles Street! But wait, there's more... Finally, the girls' busy week comes to a close at home in a classic "trap" game against last place Chapelgate. Come out and support the Bruins during this vital stretch!
To our most faithful fans, those who've recently ventured out to the fields for the very first time and others who've offered high fives in the hallways, we sincerely thank you for your time and encouragement. Every bit is thoroughly appreciated.
More wet weather is in the forecast so frequent the website for amendments to the week's calendar!
GO BRUINS!
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