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Wednesday, September 4, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Soccer returns four varsity players By Rongi Yost Correspondent The Outlaws boys soc- cer squad will return only four varsity players to their squad this year, but will add 17 young, enthusiastic play- ers to the roster. Coaches are excited about the energy and enthusiasm these new players will bring to the field. Two juniors, Connor Martin and Simon Rhett, as well as sophomores Gavin C h ristian an d R ich ard Huffman are the four play- ers who return with varsity experience. Martin is a versatile player and one of the stron- gest players on the field and leads by example. Rhett is a solid defender, an intelli- gent player, and is expected to be a great mentor for the younger players. Christian is also a versatile player with a strong work ethic, and shows promise as a striker/forward. Huffman (midfield) is speedy and athletic and always brings a positive attitude to the field. The new players that will round out the 2019 ros- ter include freshmen Aidan Ekert (midfield), Bela Chladek (midfield), Brody Duey (forward), Dominic Martinez (midfield/defense), Gus Patton (midfield), Hayden Kunz (midfield), Justin Blake (defense), Senas Ortega (defense/goalie), Tate Kaczmarek (forward), soph- omores AJ Scholl (goalie), Brady Williams (midfield/ forward), Charles Irlam (midfield), Noah Pittman (defense), and Sean Alvarez (defense), juniors Connor Linn and Nathaniel Alvarez (defense), and senior Ethan Eckert (midfield). Coach Jeff Husmann told The Nugget that Ethan Ekert, Nathaniel and Sean Alvarez, and Connor Linn are stand- outs among the new players. Eckert is the lone senior on the team, and although Ethan is new to Sisters, he certainty is no stranger to the game. Husmann stated that he brings a calm demeanor, a high soccer IQ, and a natu- ral leadership ability that will serve the team well. Brothers Nathaniel and Sean Alvarez will be relied upon for their skill, experi- ence, and know-how on the pitch. Linn will positively contribute as he brings fitness and an incredible work ethic to the team. Husmann also noted that several of the freshmen will be key contributors to the Outlaws squad. Duey is both coachable and versatile, and is a very hard worker; Kaczmarek is a technically skilled player and always works to improve, and Aidan Eckert is a skilled player and soccer-savvy. As Husmann looks ahead to the upcoming season he said, <We hope to develop a strong and positive reputation in what certainly is a tough division. With only four returning varsity players the team will be relying on the younger members to improve with each practice and game as they step into their respec- tive roles. <Our goals begin with all players subscribing to the mantra of 8No White Flags.9 Though we certainly aim to win games, success this year will be more about devel- oping and maintaining an attitude and work ethic that asks players to push them- selves the entire match,= said Husmann. 9 A Labor Day get-together... PHOTO BY CONRAD WEILER The Camp Sherman Historical Society served up a pancake breakfast at the Community Hall. SEPTEMBER FEATURED ARTISTS Mike Wise Annie Dyer 541-749-1800 • 357 W. HOOD AVE., SISTERS • HOODAVENUEART.COM