TENNIS

ClareEckert

As a result of bad weather, both the Varsity and JV tennis teams experienced significant changes to their competition schedule, so here’s a quick rundown of their season so far.   

 New coaches Desri Gocken and Shannon Dombrowski led the JV tennis team to their first victory against Millard North (7-4). The team then proceeded to win duals against Duchesne (9-2), Bellevue East (9-1), Lincoln East (6-5), Elkhorn South (8-5), Omaha Northwest (9-0) and Millard West (7-2). The JV team is currently undefeated. Coach Gocken said she has really enjoyed her first season coaching at Marian. “Marian has a strong athletic program, and I hope to keep that high standard going with the JV tennis team this year.” 

And as for the Varsity Team, led by seasoned coach Trish Faust and assistant coach Katie Schmidt, they started off their season with a victory against Millard North (5-4). The team then proceeded to achieve victories against Duchesne (6-3), Bellevue East (8-1), Omaha Northwest (9-0) and Millard West (8-1). The team has lost twice to Lincoln East (4-8) and Elkhorn South (4-5). 

Coach Faust is extremely proud of the girls and said, “the chemistry on the team is really, really good. Since the day we put the teams out, they just clicked.”

The team is optimistic for a state win, so they encourage Crusader fans to come watch along the way. Metros are at Omaha South on May 8 and 9 with State at Woods Tennis Center in Lincoln on May 16 and 17. 

TRACK

AshleyKeenan

Marian’s track season is well underway,  but there have been many new changes, making this season unlike previous years. Nick Harris, Marian Track Team’s new sprinting coach, has just recently moved to Omaha from Colorado where he coached track as well. He has helped out the team by working on block starts, relay handoffs, and new sprinting drills. 

 In addition to the other new coaches, Marian’s track is still relatively new, being in only its second year of use. This new track has been a complete game changer, as the team no longer has to travel to Boys Town every day for practice. The 6-lane track also encompasses a turf auxiliary soccer field, making Marian the only team in the state with two turf fields dedicated to soccer. 

Marian Track is the school’s largest sport with 56 members this year with girls from all grades. Leading the team are the seven seniors and six coaches. “I lead the team by example making sure everyone tries their best no matter what,” senior Joslyn McKee said. 

The team has competed in many meets so far, and have done an amazing job with many of the girls placing and medaling in the top 6 of their event and setting personal records for themselves. Along with the personal records the girls have set, many girls have also made the Marian top 10 all time list of records. Junior Willow Petri is one of many that has made it on the list this year. “My favorite part of this season was when we got 1st place as a team at the Bellevue East Varsity Invitational and getting to know my teammates better,” Petri said. 

At the Omaha Central meet on April 12 the team placed 6th out of a competitive field of 14. 

Track is a team sport even though athletes compete individually in their events. The Marian team works to create a team environment regardless of this. Everyone is rooting for each other.

The track team has some exciting meets coming up including Districts on May 7 and State on May 15 and 16. Get out and support your fellow Crusaders at a meet.

SOCCER

EllieBrabec

Marian girls soccer has always been a powerhouse, with their 14 state championships. The three teams, Reserve, JV and Varsity, have all had an impressive start to the season. The Reserve team has a winning record. The JV squad is 7-1. The Varsity team is 10-1 after winning the Metro Conference Championship. The Reserve and JV team have two new coaches Patty Kliver for Reserve and Brendan Schneiderman for JV.  Both coaches have coached the team to play aggressively against all competitors. The Varsity team is coached by Teresa DeGeorge and assisted by Kerry Pivovar. 

Varsity freshman Cooper Dally said, “Being a part of the Marian soccer program has been very rewarding. I like getting to bond with upperclassmen and meeting new people.” Dally has big hopes for the season and hopes to make it to state. 

Varsity and JV’s next home games are April 22 against the Millard West Wildcats. The Reserve team plays at Bennington on the same date. Be sure to come out and support their ambitions.