This past Saturday the Generals kicked off our 2009 season with a scrimmage against the Scottish National Team at Episcopal High School in Alexandria, VA. The contest consisted of three 30-minute periods, two played with International rules, and one with NCAA rules. Overall, the day was a great success as the girls enjoyed competing against a new opponent as well as a good test after the four-weeks of practice.
The match went back and forth and was quite even a number of times over the course of the 90 minutes. The Generals certainly had fun with the unique opponent and furthermore came away with a number of things to work on over February break as we look forward to our home opener against St. Mary’s (MD) on the 21st.
Additionally over the Washington break, the Generals will be tested as we scrimmage the Division II squads Rollins and Adelphi while enjoying some Florida sunshine. Hopefully the break from school, and some Disney excitement, will rejuvenate the team after the tiresome midterm week.
A BIG thank you goes out to all of the parents and alumni who came to support us in Alexandria! The tailgate was quite a feast and a perfect sendoff as we hit the road to head south. We look forward to catching-up with many of you in Lexington on the 21st.
