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8 Wednesday, August 30, 2017 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Girls soccer readies to start season By Rongi Yost Correspondent The girls soccer squad has several veteran play- ers returning to their squad this year, and new players are adding depth to the ros- ter. New Head Coach Jaron Jacobsen told The Nugget that they each bring their own unique quality to the field, which will make for an exciting season ahead. Rylee Weber is the lone senior back for her final sea- son as a Lady Outlaw, and she looks to be a threat up top. Rylee brings great lead- ership to the team, both on and off the field. Jacobsen said she has a strong work ethic and wants to get better this season. Jacobsen said, “It’s rare to have a kid who has only picked up soccer a few sea- sons ago to be where she is at and wants to get even better.” Juniors Alexa Stewart and Sophia Bianchi are also back and will bring knowledge and experience to the squad. Stewart brings great energy to practice every day, and her quickness and attitude will be a key to the team this year. Bianchi also brings positive energy, a good work ethic, and will be a big com- ponent in the Outlaw’s back line as defender. Sophomores will make up the bulk of the team. Grace Sundstrom, Olivia Houghman, Lola Green, Emma Horner and Rheanna Salisbury will all play a big role on the team this year. Sundstrom is very versa- tile and will be able to pro- vide help at all positions. Her quick decision-making will be very important for the Outlaws this year, and she has a rocket of a shot. Jacobsen stated he would not want to be an opposing goal- keeper when Grace lines up to shoot. Houghman will be key in the midfield. Olivia has quick feet, makes smart deci- sions, and is able to go hard into any tackle. Jacobsen told The Nugget that Olivia has a fearless mentality, which you can’t teach. Green will also be a key factor in the midfield. She plays with composure and has a strong soccer men- tality. Jacobsen stated that Lola has a lot of knowledge for just a sophomore, and to look out for her in the years to come. Horner is a very athletic player with lots of endur- ance, which enables her to seemingly be able to run forever. Emma will make a big impact at the wing position. She’s aggressive and always works to get better. Salisbury is compet- ing hard at the starting goalkeeper position, and Jacobsen said she is like a wall between the goal posts. Sophomores Brianna Bachmeier, Allison Mansfield, Josie Aylor, Madeline Busick and Sisters Fall Street Festival Downtown Sisters • Corner of Oak & Main September 2 & 3, 201 7 Saturday 10-5 • Sunday 10-4 Free Event Variety of Arts & Crafts on Display Food • Beer Garden Live Entertainment Central Oregon Shows will have a donation jar at the information booth to benefi t the Sisters High School Visual Arts Department Live Musicc an ks to Specia l Gar th den RV Resort, rs Bend/Siste 2.9, Mix 100.7, & KSJJ 10 ters Olive ental, Sis asino, R C Sisters d ea H Nut, Indian , Your Store, ab Les Schw Pony Express , re Davis Ti Kids’ Games For information contact Richard Esterman 541-549-8905 CentralOregonShows.com Caitlyn Schwab will all be competing for varsity spots. Bachmeier will bring a tre- mendous amount of speed to the squad, Mansfield will bring depth to the wing/for- ward position, and Aylor will bring her great attitude and hard-work ethic. Busick and Schwab, according to Jacobsen, are getting better daily. Hallie Schwartz, soph- omore transfer student, will bring quick-thinking, strength on the ball, and experience to the team. Hallie will also be compet- ing for a varsity spot. Freshmen Emilie Turpen and Madi Larrabee are new to the squad this year, and Jacobsen said they are both working hard and compet- ing for spots on the team as well. Coach Jacobsen said, “The girls have been work- ing hard at practice, and we’re still expecting more girls to come out. 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