Season opener spoiled by the Patriots.
Photo by Rebecca Holt
On Tuesday night the lady Spartan swim team opened up their long awaited season against DPL rival George Washington Patriots. The Patriots, coming off a very successful campaign the previous year, was assured to give the Spartans one of their biggest challenges of the year. “Our ladies did a great job against a large GW team. Despite the loss we have great senior leadership and a strong underclass,” Head coach Cindy Allen said.
The Patriots had control of the meet for most of the way, but there is a lot to build on. “Everyone tried their hardest. I know that this team has a lot of potential,” said Senior Jamie Gray.
In the 50 free, Senior Andrea Shacklock placed 1st with a state qualifying time of 26.43 seconds. She also took first place in the 100 backstroke, with a time of 1:12.15, also a state-qualifying time. Other results include Junior Kiera Claussen took 3rd in the 200 IM, and Senior Chelsea Skubal took 2nd in the 100 breast, with a time of 1:26.96.
“ We knew this would be a challenge, and we have a lot to look forward to in the upcoming meets,” exclaimed Senior Andrea Shacklock. The Spartans indeed can look forward to the next meet against the struggling Montbello Warriors this Friday, 4:15 at TJ.
Day Date Place Opponent Facility Time
Tue 12/01 Home George TJ 4:15
Washington
Fri 12/04 Home Montbello TJ 4:15
Sat 12/05 Home Harrison Harrison 10 am
Wed 12/09 Away DPS Relay meet Manual 4:15
Wed 12/16 Home Denver North TJ 4:15
