North Allegheny High School - Safari Yearbook (Wexford, PA)

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Klanica Y I 9:6 7 916 ' V . ZW Zuma eoguem il? Controlling the ball away from the defender is a skill that takes a lot of coordination and practice to perfect. Jr. Zac Beavers does his best to dominate his opponent. 1 ees Once the ball is dropped, recovery sets the tone for the next play. Soph. Jesse Liggins hopes Jrls. Shane Milosevich and Nick Martinez are ready. Klanica eie Playing teams from other states offers a unique learning experience. Sr. Brian Cvancara scores an important goal for the Raptors agianst a team from California. 55 Cradling the ball is imperative for victory as Jr. Nick Martinez and Sr. John Prann know. Without ball handling skills, the team canlt control the ball and score.

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Boys' r w by SteveWeber Taking advantage of a mild Colorado Winter, boys' lacrosse players began training far ahead of their first scheduled practice. It prepares us both mentally and physically for the seasonf commented Sr. Ji Park. With positive attitudes, a powerful team headed into the season. After a disappointing loss to a strong Kent team, the Raptors captured their first win against Smoky Hill. Continuing to dominate the weak Colo- radan schools, the varsity team traveled to the east coast in search of some real competition. During this week long trip, the team saw the sights, as well as faced the competition. Even though they played well against some of the nations top teams, all they had to show for their trip to New York was one victory, and some ten dollar pairs of Oakley sunglasses. '4We didn't fair so well in New York, but the competition was a lot better than here at home. We only lost to a nationally top ranked team by a few points. Overall, the experience prepared us better for the rest of our season, ' boasted Sr. Matt Salmons. The Raptors had high hopes in making it to state. With a nearly perfect record, no team could stand in their way. live wanted to take state since my freshman year. Now, Eaglecrest has a team that canf, said Sr. T.J. Rohde excitedly. Sr. Brad Kooi added, We had a good team. The future looks bright for upcoming teams. 9i5 Defensive player Sr. Jeff Walker tries to return the ball to his offensive teammates in a game against Smoky Hill. As a defensive player, Walker helps the goalie to keep the opposing team from scoring. ii? Sr. T.J. Rohde playing in an offensive position tries to regain control ofthe ball so the Raptors can score. Rough play is not uncommon during lacrosse games. eie 6' fi? Jgfqhy

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ii? Having a pow-Wow time the varsity team discusses the game so far. Half time provides a time to discuss game stategies and regain energy. during half 5? The Varsity Girls soccer team atempt to take the ball back from the Boulder team. Their efforts were apparently not in vain, because they Won the game. Burks 259 Fr, Michelle Waters puts all her effort into passing the ball up field to her teammates. Accurate passes are important when playing in a game situation. Burks 53 Rushing to the ball Jr. Keslie Heber prevents it from approaching the defensive end. Sr. Sam McLeod attempts to keep a Boulder player away from Keslie so she can take a shot.