Fall Sports Teams R.I.S.E. to the Challenge
The fall sports teams were called to R.I.S.E this season in a more competitive Gold Coast League (GCL) and they met the challenge with a new max effort. Varsity Volleyball celebrated senior Dylan E.-R. after their 3-set sweep over Viewpoint, and concluded their season with incendiary play and a 3-2 win over Crossroads. JV Volleyball celebrated their successes vs. Brentwood, Pacifica, St. Monica, and Immaculate Heart. On the outdoor court, JV Tennis earned an 8-1 record in league and a final league match 10/8 win vs. Campbell Hall. Varsity Tennis had a 5-5 record in one of the most competitive tennis leagues and focused on their big wins vs. Brentwood and Windward. The community celebrated seniors Presley F., Zoe G., Parker K., Simmone M., and Surya P. after their 15/3 win over Viewpoint with the community and a candy apple cart. Varsity Cross Country has finished 3rd consistently in league meets, and they will race in the League Finals on Tuesday, November 5, at Brentwood at 3:30 p.m. The team will share gratitude and tributes with senior runners Maya A., Kate H., and Gabriella S. following the race.
Middle School sports are closing out their impressive seasons. Cross Country raced in the PBL League finals on Tuesday, October 29, and met the rolling hills with determination; they earned a 2nd place team finish with three runners in the top 10. Swim has shown great consistency and effort this season, in the pool at 6 a.m. for training and at league meets. Their performances have consistently earned them 1st and 2nd place finishes in the league. They will be competing in the PBL Swim finals on Saturday, November 2, at Pali High at 12:00 p.m., rain or shine. On the volleyball court, the 6th grade team finished their season with wins vs. Brentwood and St. Matthews, improved greatly, and formed a cohesive team bond. Both 7th and 8th grade teams are headed to the PBL playoffs—brackets coming out soon!
The Archer community will celebrate the teams’ successes and R.I.S.E. at the upcoming Athletics pep rally in the courtyard on Friday, November 8.
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