winner-within wrote:I hope the Community isnt putting added pressure on the team (which I'm sure they are not) because it will be many years or never, before they ever see a Hagler, Grande one two punch again.....was cool to see Daniel Reffing in Cavalier the other night....the reffing system needs some good new young blood....he did a great job....
I don't think the community is putting any pressure on this year's team at all. Let's face it, this year's team is in a different position than any of the teams of the past 6-7 years. They don't have the seniors out there to lead the way, so they just need to learn and trust each other as they go. They have the coaches and the community behind them and everyone is being patient.
As for the 1-2 punch statement. North Star has been blessed with many a "1-2" punch over the years. Many times a "3-4" punch as well. As always, you just don't replace a Hagler/Grande combo. But this year's junior class brings a dynamic skill set of their own. A pair of tall, athletic players that we have never had, rounded out by some incredible role playing juniors that are getting good minutes and have produced very well. The Hunt kid has been outstanding this year and will continue to get better. Their freshman class is deep and athletic and fill in the other spots nicely.
They are well coached and will continue to get better.
PS - Watched the Rugby vs. North Star game on Friday night. A new 3-man crew of refs (haven't seen them before this year) officiated that game and was the best officiated game I have seen in many years.