KSC has been facing numerous snow storms, causing delays in practices, games and scheduling.

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Although not every KSC athletic team has been hugely affected, the snow has caused teams to work around the dynamics of their pre-season.

Junior and midfielder for women’s lacrosse team Emily Parker said that the snow didn’t exactly affect the lacrosse team’s preseason as much, but still created some frustrating issues.

“The only time it was really frustrating was when the turf would be covered in ice and it was hard to sprint or cut without falling,” Parker said.

She added this was especially frustrating because the team wasn’t able to practice and get full drills and running drills done.

The ice and snow on the turf also posed as a threat for potential injuries, which made the pre-season process that much more difficult when the team tried to transition outside.

Considering the fluctuating weather patterns in the north, Parker said it is a lot harder to practice for spring sports.

“We like to joke that lacrosse is a winter sport rather than a spring sport because we start so early in the year and the winter weather continues through the spring months.”

Transitioning outside has been challenging, with the teams practices often being scheduled from 6-8 p.m., meaning they have to endure the cold temperatures,  Parker said.

The cold has already caused some issues within the team as well with a lot of the lacrosse team facing injuries Parker said.

“We already have a pretty small team and when someone gets hurt, they make sure to go to the trainers to get it fixed immediately,” Parker added.

Apart from the disrupted practice schedules, some of the women’s lacrosse teams’ games had to be changed recently because of the snow and unpredictable winter weather, Parker said.

“Even if it might not snow and the news says it could, we would change the game,” Parker added.

However, the women’s lacrosse team are taking the early challenges head on and striving to work hard before their regular season begins.

“We have been able to get what we need to get done. The snow has not had that much of an affect on our team in terms of fixing what we need to fix or getting things done that need to be done,” Parker said.

Women’s track and field runner and KSC first-year Naomi Murzin said that the snow has created some scheduling issues that create major impacts on individual qualifications.

The weather has created a lot of cancellations in scheduling, meaning meets have been canceled due to bad roads and untravelable conditions.

Murzin said that when track meets are cancelled it gives the team and individual members less time to qualify for the NCAAs.

This can especially be imparing for seniors who are looking to finish their last year strong.

Murzin said, “It’s difficult to have to work around weather issues and at times frustrating to have to put off events that you’ve put so much time into preparing for.”

However, Murzin said the team has continued to work and overcome the significant adversities, looking to finish the season strong with the time they have left.

No other KSC athletes responded.

Now with the snow finally melting and the warm air gradually making its way back to the North, KSC athletes hope to continue their seasons with an further delays.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

Intramural Sports continue into the spring season, getting into full swing mid-March. Sports like rugby, ultimate frisbee, indoor soccer, basketball, bowling, swimming, table tennis, volleyball, badminton, flag football, dodgeball, tennis and softball are all being offered to Keene State College students.

Intramural sports are an extremely popular extracurricular activity on campus. It’s a great way to meet new people, reconnect with friends and continue playing the sports you love. Students can also try a new activity they’ve never played before. KSC offers team, dual and individual leagues in which participants compete for a champion t-shirt. Any student can organize and build their own team, which makes the process fun and simple.

Signing up for intramural sports is often first-come, first-serve, but usually the teams can be very flexible with including all individuals who want to participate. The Intramural Sports program is open to all full-time and part-time matriculated students and Recreation Center members and includes league play.

Those interested in being involved in intramural sports can contact Coordinator of Intramural Sports/Club Sports David Sweeney at David.Sweeney@keene.edu or Director of Recreational Sports  Lynne Andrews  at 603-358-2815.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

Every Keene State College athletic team aims to win their end of the season conference games in order to reach the final success. But what goes into winning a conference game and what does it really mean to a team and KSC?

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Senior and women’s volleyball player Rachel Lamica said that every single member on the team has to have the desire to win in order to win a conference game. “A lot of practice and the drive to win, everyone of the court has to be ready to play and give it their all,” Lamica said.

Facing a conference game can be intimidating for any team because losing could mark the end of a team’s season, which is why it is so important for a team to lay down a solid foundation that will transition into the entirety of the season, Lamica said.

Each practice brings a new level of performance and skill to a team and is vital to a team’s success. “Training is a huge factor in a win or loss because how hard we work in practice will correlate to how well we will do the next game,” Lamica explained.

With training comes a need for consistency in players and in coaching. “Key factors a coach should teach is focus and consistency,” Lamica said.

By teaching these two factors, the team will be able to focus and continue to make plays throughout the ups and downs of a conference game, added the senior. Lamica said, “Conference games can be very long because each team is trying to fight to prove themselves, so making sure the team can focus will bring the team to a victory.”

With all behind the scenes factors set in place, winning a conference game can mean a lot to a team. “Winning a conference game is very important. The more we win, the better the situation is for playoffs. That gives us more time to prepare for the final matches,” Lamica said.

Senior and member of the women’s swim and dive team, Hope Walsh, said that an individual has to have a winning mentality when wanting to perform well in a conference game. “Especially since swimming is more of an individual sport, you have to have that desire to perform for not only yourself, but for your team. Everything connects when in the pool,” Walsh said.

The work that goes into each season and the effort each swimmer puts in will reflect on their ability to do well in conference games. “We put in a lot of work and a lot of hours in the pool. Each drill and each practices build the foundation for the team’s success and ability to perform in high-intensity situations,” added Walsh.

Apart from individual training, the coaching staff is vital in directing, leading and teaching the team skills and technique. “The coaching staff has to teach everyone how to focus and just do what they have been training to do. They have to guide younger players so that one day they can help lead the team,” Walsh said.

“Winning a conference game after all the hard work and dedication you’ve put in means a lot. It makes us feel accomplished and it makes out season results that much better,”

Walsh added.

No other KSC athletes or athletic coaches responded or commented regarding the topic.

All in all, there are a lot of key factors that go into winning a conference game, and the results of winning can have very positive impacts on the team and individual players.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

Embarking on a new adventure can be exciting and scary.

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There is a lot of unknown that goes into trying anything knew, and the information that you don’t know can sometimes be daunting, and even disabling.

As a learning and still-evolving skier, there were a lot of fears I had when arriving at the ski resort that first day.

A huge common fear for first-time skiers is honestly just the fear of skiing in general. Skiing is no easy task.

Being put on two skis and being expected to go down a mountain that always looks steeper than it really is, is scary. Even the bunny hill for first-timers can look impossible.

However, I think having some fear is always healthy because you are aware and want to strive for safety.

The fear of skiing can come from a fear of heights, panicking once on skis, pushing yourself beyond your physical abilities, and getting frustrated too easily.

All of these components can lead to a miserable day that can result in you packing up your skis for good.

In all honesty, skiing and learning how to ski requires patience and the ability to believe in your own skills.

So often people learning how to ski lose faith in their own ability to learn and push themselves a little further each trip they make down the mountain.

Just like any activity, skiing requires hard work, determination and the desire to participate.

If you’re just learning how ski, believe me, it’s okay to be scared.

My first day, I was petrified. I had butterflies in my stomach the entire ride up to the mountain.

We were on a dirt road and it felt like we were going to drop off as we got higher up.

When we finally got back to lower ground and turned a corner, I saw my first-ever ski resort in full view.

The trails were barely visible because of the heavy fog, but a lot of my fear dissipated because of the sheer beauty.

I was scared when I put my first-ever pair of ski boots on, I was scared as I attached my first-ever ski pass to my jacket, and I was scared when I snapped on my first pair of skis (with much needed help of course).

Fear is a common reaction to the unknown, but it’s important not to let that fear impare you and pull you away from amazing opportunities that can change your life.

I’ve faced many adversities as a skier.

My patience, determination, physical ability and self-doubt have been tested every single time I ride the chair lift up to the top.

But overcoming all those things, that once made me so scared, had made the journey down the trails so much more rewarding.

Don’t give up even if you have fears surrounding learning how to ski or just skiing in general.

Take your own pace, learn at your own abilities.

It’ll be 100  times worth it in the end.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

With the snow almost officially gone, the softball team hopes to keep their momentum up from their trip in Fla.

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Senior Shae Crosby made the trip down to Fla. for her fourth time with the KSC softball team. The trip this season was especially exciting for the senior, being it was her last time around. “I was so excited because it was my senior year going down, so I knew that there was going to be a lot of lasts for me, which was bittersweet. I had high expectations for our team going down and was excited to see us in action,” Crosby said. Crosby said her team really tried to focus on playing together as a team for the first time, as well as taking advantage of playing outside. “Our outfielders got their first real chance to field pop flies and throw from a realistic distance,” Crosby said.

The team went to Fla. hoping to have a winning record and bond, Crosby said. They were able to take three wins away, with a 3-7 record. Despite the minor setbacks in Fla., Crosby said the trip was one of the best experiences she could ever ask for. “Being able to spend the entire spring break doing what I love and spending time with my best friends. There are really no words to describe this trip and any other opportunities are incomparable,” Crosby said.

Each game is a learning experience and Crosby said that the trip was the perfect opportunity to work out the kinks and figure out what lineups work best.

First-year Emma Pede said that the trip to Fla. was a perfect way to bond and transition into the team. “Being new to the team, it was nice to just spend time with the team and get some real playing time in warmer weather,” Pede said.

There were some challenges in games as far as chemistry and getting back into the flow of the game, however Pede said that the team worked hard and really took away a lot of knowledge. “Starting up a new season is always difficult especially with a whole new dynamic, however the girls are great and the coaching staff is really supportive and willing to teach, which makes it great,”  Pede added.

The softball team stayed a week in Florida and in that time competed in ten games at the Minneola Athletic Complex, Legends Way Field and Hancock Park. After taking away three wins in total in Florida, Pede said the team hopes to keep improving and working hard on the field. “We are working on batting and fielder, and just really getting back into the game pace. It’s early in the season so we hope to put our best foot forward,” Pede said.

Even though the softball team didn’t get the exact results they wanted in Florida, they still we able to take away a new found team chemistry, communication, and the similar desire to succeed,  Pede said.

After numerous attempts at contacting the softball coach Carrah Hennessey and the rest of the women’s softball team, no one responded.

With a month left in the semester, the softball team hopes to win their upcoming games and to keep improving as a team,  Crosby said.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

Most athletes start out at a young age and build their way up to success, which is very similar to the background story of Keene State College sophomore and pitcher Andrew Houde.

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Houde is a sophomore baseball player who first got into the game of baseball at the age of five at his local little league.

He kept with the sport until he made varsity baseball at Newport High School, where he was the three-time most valuable player (MVP) of the game. Now a KSC player, Houde is going into his second year as an experienced player for both KSC baseball and the Keene SwampBats.

Last year, Houde made 17 appearances and five starts on the mound as a first-year, pitching 48 innings and striking out 42 batters.

He also pitched four hitless innings out of the pen with six strikeouts against Curry College. On top of that, Houde recorded a save, to which he tossed a perfect ninth with two strikeouts in a Little East Conference (LEC) tournament which KSC won against Southern Maine University.

The KSC pitcher broadened his experiences by playing for the Keene SwampBats last year and will continue to when he plays for them again this coming summer. Houde said that being able to play on other teams broadens the competition,gives him the ability compete more and allows him to see how he stacks up against opponents.

Houde said the most important lessons baseball taught him are how to work with other baseball players and how to communicate effectively. “Especially as a pitcher, you have to rely and trust others to help you win games,” Houde said. On top of being able to play with others, Houde said the coaching staff is key to personal success. “Coaching is always a critical part because they can see things you are doing that you can’t see. They help you become better with everything, it’s nice having more sets of eyes watching you trying to help you,” Houde said.

Along with the practices, games and coaches, Houde said being a part of baseball means a lot to him. “I love being a part of baseball. It’s like having a family away from your family. It’s a great way to make friends and I love the game.”

The pitcher added that baseball is fulfilling, both physically and mentally. “You have to be able to throw, catch and hit but you also have to think out situations you are in almost before you are in them. This is also the challenging part because there is always a lot going on even if it doesn’t seem like it,” Houde said.

President of the Keene SwampBats Kevin Watterson has been a part of the franchise for 21 years. The Swamp Bats are part of the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) and also one of the top collegiate wooden bat league franchises in the country.

Watterson said Houde is among the top baseball talents to play at KSC in the past 20 years and that, as a pitcher in particular, Houde possesses an exceptional gift. “His fastball, at 90-94 mph, is in the professional range. His size, at six feet four inches, is what pro teams look for in a pitcher. Additionally, Andrew has great command of the strike zone. Lastly, he is extremely athletic,”  Watterson added.

Houde went to the SwampBats near the end of last summer after concluding a very successful season in the Virginia League (a minor league baseball team).

The KSC  baseball Coaches Howe and Testo, felt strongly that Houde was capable of helping the SwampBats in its “push for a playoff spot,”  Watterson said. “He pitched very well for us, proving he belonged in the NECBL. We are excited to have Houde coming back this year. He will serve in multiple roles, including that of a starter,” Watterson said.

Watterson added that Houde has shown great resilience in the past two years. “He is serious about his craft. He was an extremely hard worker on the field, and playing with multiple teams over a 12-month period has exposed Houde to some of the great players across the U.S. – coming from Vanderbilt, University of Virginia, University of Georgia, to name a few,”  Watterson said.

The President of the SwampBats added that Houde’s challenge, at this point in his baseball life, is to continue to work at making himself a better player and to continue to represent KSC as a top student athlete. The SwampBats are proud to call Andrew Houde a member of its 2018 team, said Waterson.

The KSC Associate Head Baseball Coach/Pitching Coach, Marty Testo, said Houde came out of high school as a highly-recruited pitcher and possesses a lot of good qualities including a good arm and a competitive edge.

Testo added that Houde is a very good teammate and cares a lot. “He’s not very vocal but he shows up and does his work. He cares a lot and has a burning desire to compete,”  Testo said.

Last summer, Testo helped Houde get into the Virginia League, where he dominated stated Testo.

Houde started the All Star game at Virginia and played well, Testo said. After that, Testo got Houde a short contract with the Keene SwampBats. “I think the highest level of competition that Andrew has faced was in the SwampBats. It was just a small sample but he adjusted well,” Testo said.

Testo said the most important thing for Houde to do now is to mature and realize the importance of working on his craft every day.

“He was blessed with ability and just needs to work harder. As we say in baseball, he was given some tools and now just needs to keeping working.”

Caroline Perry can be contacted at

cperry@kscequinox.com

With spring upon the KSC campus, senior lacrosse players look to conquer their last season as KSC athletes and as students.

Sebastien Mehegan / Executive Editor

With each team being a few games into their seasons, the reality of time and what they have left in their college careers is hitting some seniors a little hard.

Senior women’s lacrosse player Tara Kilderry said she can’t believe it’s her last season. “I feel as if me and the three other seniors just finished our first game ever as freshmen, and now we just recently finished our first game of our last season,” Kilderry said.

The road to becoming a senior has included many challenges and rewards, one of the biggest upsides being her team, Kilderry said. “I cannot stress, or thank, my teammates enough for the best four years of my life. My current teammates, and previous teammates, have always played major roles in my life,” Kilderry said.

She added, “Being on the lacrosse team has given me something more than teammates, but close friends,” Kilderry added.

Being a student-athlete has its challenges, but Kilderry is taking each challenge one by one and learning important lessons from her craft.

Kilderry has even set personal goals for herself, one being to be more open to different ideas and different people. “Different people see different things, which has really opened my eyes to alternative ways to go about lacrosse, as well as everyday life,” the senior said.

On top of that, Kilderry hopes to be more consistent throughout this season and to leave everything on the field. “I want to walk off the field on my last game knowing that I have put everything out there with my teammates, and know I allowed myself to have the best time as possible while doing it.”

Lacrosse has always been fulfilling, Kilderry said. The sport never failed to push her limits. “Lacrosse has always challenged me to be a better person by teaching me not give up when I am failing, and to collaborate and work with others better,” Kilderry said. Now as she faces her last season as a KSC Owl, Kilderry said that is important not to take anything for granted, because it goes by in what feels like a blink of an eye.

“Never hate or walk through the motions even during cold practices, the endless amount of sprints, the 8:00 a.m. practices, everything that seems to be the bad parts of being an athlete, because time truly does fly by.”

Senior and member of the men’s lacrosse team Greg Shawinsky is facing his last season after  a unique lacrosse career.

Shawinsky started his lacrosse career out at Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, Connecticut, where he was a starting faceoff specialist in a program where half of the players were still learning how to catch and throw.

“I enjoyed my time there and got a ton of experience there but, seeking something bigger, I came to Keene State,” Shawinsky said. After coming from Connecticut with a personal record of 55 percent of wins out of 341 faceoffs, Shawinsky didn’t make the cut at KSC, but returned the next year to try out again, and this time made the cut.

“Since then, personnel have changed. I’ve been added to and removed from lineups, put into and taken out of games. Playing college lacrosse has been unpredictable to say the least,” Shawinksy said.

However, the senior said he’s found the true reason he plays is to be a contributing part to something that is bigger than himself. “If I’ve learned one thing in four years, the reason why you do something is more important than what you do.”

The rest of the seniors from the women’s and men’s lacrosse teams did not respond.

Facing the last season as an athlete and student can be challenging, but offers a lot of lessons and a four-year story to remember.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

After a few days on the waiting list, sophomore Kyle Shadeck received some good news which will be sending him to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III Swimming and Diving Championships.

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The championship will take place Indianapolis, Indiana for a three day period starting from March 21 to March 24.

Shadeck will be competing in the 200 meter butterfly, which has been very successful in so far this year.

His qualification for the NCAA Division III Championship marks the ninth straight year that a member of the Keene State men’s swim team has successfully qualified for the overall championship.

Shadeck had a very successful regular season, finishing it up with a qualification time of 1:49.18.

This time set a new school, meet, and pool record on Feb. 18 at the New England Intercollegiate Swimming and Diving Association Championships at the University of Rhode Island.

The top 16 times in the country qualify automatically, and Shadeck’s time had been 17th, leaving him as an alternate for the meet.

After waiting to see how the final result, Shadeck qualified and found his name on the list.

Shadeck’s overall swim career has been overall abundant.

Before coming Keene State College Shadeck was a YMCA Nationals Finalist, the Southern Connecticut Conference Champion, and a Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) State Open Qualifier.

As a first-year at Keene State College, Shadeck won the 400 yard individual medley at the New England Intercollegiate Swimming and Diving Association (NEISDA) Championships, while also finishing as the runner-up in the 200 fly and third in the 200 IM relays.

Now a sophomore, Shadeck will travel to Indiana and compete in a three day NCAA Championship, in hopes to bring back a title to Keene State College on March 25 or 26.

Shadeck said that his main goal of the season was to qualify for the NCAAs, especially since he faced some struggles and injuries during regular season.

“It feels good to have your hard work pay off and to be recognized in your sport. It’s just a good way to end the season,” Shadeck said.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

There are so many places all over the world that are paradises for advid skiers.

Brandon Moulton / Equinox staff

There are honestly too many resorts to count in America, but there are some beautiful ones that should be on any skier’s bucket list.

Jackson Hole Resort in Wyoming is a sight to see. With 80 trails to adventure down and varying terrain, this resort is perfect for an adventure-seeker.

Jackson Hole has incredible terrain, ranging from long, steep couloirs, amazing open face, and incredible tree skiing.

The resort also gets, on average, about 475 inches per season, which is a skier’s dream come true. With a beautiful landscape and fresh powder all season, it’s definitely the place to be.

Located in British Columbia, Canada, is another breathtaking ski resort called Whistler Blackcomb. There are 38 lifts and over 200 trails, making this resort incredible just because of its sheer size.

There are endless possibilities, any day could be the best day of your season when skiing at this resort. Whistler Blackcomb gets an average snowfall of 396 inches, which means vast trails that are very well-groomed.

Next on the list would be Squaw Valley in California. With an average snowfall of 350 inches, 30 lifts and 170 plus trails, this resort also holds a lot of possibilities.

Not to mention it’s located in a great area, making the view from an elevation of 9,050 feet pretty spectacular. Squaw Valley offers various terrains that skiers can spend a whole day on.

Squaw Valley is thought  to be the prettiest ski resort on the planet, making it a perfect candidate for a skier’s bucket list.

Another beautiful resort is Snowbird, located in Utah. With 11 lifts, 85 trials, an average snowfall of about 500 feet and the most famous tram, Snowbird offers all kinds of things for skiers.

The Tram is said to be the best lift in the world because you get all the goodness of Snowbird all from one lift. You can also access almost the entire mountain and ski three to four times as much steep terrain in one run, as opposed to smaller resorts, which is, of course, a giant perk.

Next on my personal bucket list would be Big Sky, which is located in Montana.

Big Sky has over 300 trails and an average snowfall of 400 feet, not to mention it is famous for its steeps. It has a total vertical drop of 4,366 feet and 56 degree steeps, which is a snowy paradise for very experienced skiers.

One last resort that is worth taking a look at is Silverton, which is in Colorado. Colorado is known for its amazing mountains, and Silverton definitely lives up to that sentiment. There is an average snowfall over 400 feet and the mountain reaches an elevation of 13,487 feet.

But there’s a twist to this resort. Silverton has one lift and no trails, which makes it the most pure skiing experience that people can find.

Much like helicopter skiing (where a helicopter drops skiers off at the tops of peaks/mountains) there are no distractions often seen at ski resorts.

All you have is the snow, the mountain and your skis.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com

The KSC baseball and softball teams faced some weather delays on their spring training trip to Auburndale, Fla.

With a large snow storm sweeping over New England, numerous flights were cancelled and delayed, causing the KSC teams to embark on their trip on Friday, March 9,  instead of Wednesday.

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llustration by Laura Romaniello / Art Director
Sebastien Mehegan / Executive Editor

Nonetheless, each team made it to the sunny state with high hopes.

Going down to Florida meant a lot for each team.

This annual trip in March gives each team the chance to compete and pick up extra points before the regular season, which was a huge goal, as well as finding team chemistry, junior and men’s baseball pitcher Connor Johnson said.

Before the trip, Johnson said that since all of the team’s games count towards their regular season record, they are focusing on competing with everyone they face.

“Ideally, we would like to win all ten games in Florida. We try to play the best baseball we can every day,” Johnson added.

The trip to Florida gives the team a lot of advantages they wouldn’t otherwise have in New Hampshire, such as playing in warm weather earlier and giving the new team in-game experience, Johnson said.

“Florida is where we move players around in the lineup and the field in order to get a good idea of what our everyday lineup should be. As a unit, we already have a core of go-to players but we tend to give everyone an opportunity to show what they can do and earn a spot; especially the pitchers,” Johnson added.

With ten games to play in eight days, the team had to pull together and find that balance.

“The trip gives us a better sense of who our everyday guys should be. Another big part of the trip is that the overall physical durability of our guys is better in warmer weather. You’re warm, you’re loose, and you feel good,” Johnson said.

Junior and pitcher Brandon Heath said the trip offers a lot to the team.

“I think a big thing we will be focusing on is working on the little things early in the season to prepare for conference games. Having a good approach at the plate and executing simple plays goes a long way,” Heath said.

Heath added that the goal in Florida is to play as much as possible and to really figure out each player’s role on the team.

Heath added that this trip prepares the team for the rest of the season by giving players more at bats and for pitchers to get the chance to pitch in-game situations.

“We have a lot of guys in the bullpen and the freshman haven’t pitched at the college level so it is a good chance for them to get use to pitching to college hitters,” Heath said.

Despite the numerous goals the team hopes to accomplish, Heath said the trip is definitely worth it.

“We get to spend a lot of time with our team mates and play the game we love for a week and half in the beautiful weather of Florida.”

Associate Head Coach and Pitching Coach, Marty Testo, said that the team hopes to create competition, as well as receive it in Florida.

Testo added that the trip will hopefully solidify team chemistry, as well as give the team the chance to focus on baseball and only baseball.

A lot of work goes into each Florida trip, but Testo said that the team hopes to win games. “It’s a week to look at things and see where we stand,” said the Associate Head Coach.

Despite numerous attempts at contact, the softball team did not respond or comment.

Although there were some major weather delays and two injuries involving two strong hitters, Heath said that the trip was still very successful.

The KSC baseball team walked away from Florida with a 6-2 record.

“I think we played pretty well for the most part. We always expect to win when we take the field but that doesn’t always happen,” Heath said.

He added, “A few losses here and there is okay as long as we learn from our mistakes and get better,” Heath said.

Heath said that the team did face some early adversities, such as missing two of arguably their best hitters due to injuries, which played with their lineup.

However, the team dealt with the tough news and the other team members took the opportunity to step up and fill the two injured players spots, Heath added.

“We had several good games, but the games that stood out to me is when our offense put up a ton of runs. That puts pressure on other teams and makes it almost impossible to come back,” Heath said.

With pre-season wins already under the baseball team’s belt, Heath said that the trip was and is great for the team because it gives them the chance to play and see who is going to be their best option for certain positions come conference games.

“The team bonding is also very important to playing together as a team and making friends and memories that will last a lifetime.”

Now that spring has arrived, the baseball team hopes to keep up the hard work and continue to win, Heath added.

“We put a lot of hard work in and just need to continue you that in the regular season,” Heath said.

Caroline Perry can be contacted at cperry@kscequinox.com