Varsity Retreat 2023
The Girls Varsity Water Polo team ended last season with a 23-8 record and #3 ranking in CIF. Although 7 seniors graduated, the 2023 team has reason for optimism as it brings a strong core of returning players and talented new players under the leadership of head coach Misha Bushel and assistants Patrick & Casey Reid, Chris & Barbara Lanier, and Donna Elliott.
Proving their potential, the team started their season off strong last week by dominating scrimmages against both San Ramon Valley and Carondelet. On Wednesday, the Lady Dons welcomed the SRV Wolves to their home turf. The Lady Dons started strong when sophomore Ella Del Rosario took the ball down for a goal in the first three minutes of the game. The Lady Dons kept their momentum going all four quarters and freshman goalie Adelyn Horciza was truly remarkable in her debut game.
Senior Brooklyn Plomp lines up a shot
Two defenders didn’t bother senior Liv Hoppe
Another amazing block by freshman goalie, Adelyn Horciza
Strong defense by senior Sophie Hendrickson was key
Senior Wendy Heffelfinger lines up for the perfect shot
Sophomore Ella Del Rosario scans the pool looking to make the assist
The Lady Dons headed to Carondelet for scrimmage #2 of the week. The Cougars jumped in ready to play and the game was competitive. The Lady Dons had strong shots and great defense and although there was no official score, the Dons won 10-6.
Nothing is getting past Senior Kyra Weiss
Senior Maddy Walsh gets ready to sink another goal for the Lady Dons
Congratulations to Brooklyn and Ella who were both named 2023 NISCA 4th team All Americans. For more information about the team, please visit the Varsity Girls Water Polo Boosters website.
The team opens their regular season on the road on Thursday, August 24th @ 4:30pm at Tamalpais