Spring tryouts go on despite chilly spell of winter weather

Sophomore Steven Doherty practices his skills with fellow sophomores. Boys soccer tryouts were held in the main gym instead of the field.
Sophomore Steven Doherty practices his skills with fellow sophomores. Boys soccer tryouts were held in the main gym instead of the field. Photo by: Leroy Johnson
Sophomore Chris Beddow practices during tennis tryouts. According to coach James MacIndoe, more than 28 people are trying out for boys tennis, an increase from previous years’ typical count of about 18 to 20.
Sophomore Chris Beddow practices during tennis tryouts. According to coach James MacIndoe, more than 28 people are trying out for boys tennis, an increase from previous years’ typical count of about 18 to 20. Photo by: Leroy Johnson

As the winter season comes to a close, spring sports are taking over. Most tryouts began after several snow days, giving the term “spring” sports new meaning.

Soccer, tennis, track, lacrosse, baseball and softball tryouts are all under the wide umbrella of spring sports that may experience difficulties with scheduling both tryouts and practices in the unwelcome weather.

Sophomore Shaina Smith strives to be a part of the softball team. While she recognizes the problems the weather has forced the team to face, she believes she and her peers can overcome the inconvenience.

“I’m excited for tryouts,” Smith said. “We were indoors last year and it’s inconvenient not having a field, but we can work for it.”

Boys tennis coach and English teacher James MacIndoe is excited for tryouts, despite the cold weather that delayed the chance for him to observe students’ tennis skills outside. According to MacIndoe, doing so builds up the excitement for the sport.

“If anything, I think it only works in our favor,” MacIndoe said of the delay.
Adding to the potential team’s excitement are the new tennis courts located in the back of the building, which will give the team an opportunity for home games with an audience.

“Everyone’s going to be really excited to capitalize on their chances,” MacIndoe said.

Prospective soccer team member and sophomore Sita Nair tries to ignore the cold weather during tryouts and practice. Eventually, she says, she “get[s] used to it.”

“It’s cold out and it’s not pleasant, but I try not to think about it that much,” Nair said.