South Charlotte Sports Report “HOMETOWN TEAMS ... HOMETOWN KIDS” Volume 3, Issue 9 www.southcharlottesports.com October 9, 2008 - FREE JOHNNY O’BOYLE LACROSSE NEVER STOPS IS ON A MISSION THIS SEASON FOR ZACH MILLER A l l - p u r p o s e night for John- “I started playing lacrosse in fifth grade and have never Charlotte Catholic ny. It was rain- stopped. I’m addicted to all aspects of the game,” said 17 year football player John- ing sideways in a old Marvin Ridge High School student Zach Miller. That’s an ny O’Boyle is on a big game versus easy statement to believe when you consider that Zach and his mission this season. Olympic, yet he family turned their back yard into a lacrosse field! There is something had one touch- The son of David and Jeanette Miller is one of the top la- very special that down reception crosse defenders in the area. He thrives off of keeping the ball he is after. For the for 52 yards and away from the goal and setting his offense up for more scoring last two seasons, ran the ball twice attempts. Johnny has been a for 63 yards and “My favorite part of the game is reading the offense and member of the Cou- another touch- shutting their play down. If you can read the offense, you set gars varsity football down. yourself up to make big plays, like getting a hard hit. To me team that finished A m a z i n g l y there is no better feeling than reading the offense and creating as runner-ups in Johnny didn’t the opportunity to lay someone out. It fires my team up and the state champi- start the season makes our opponent think twice about coming down the middle onship game. He on offense. Only of the field.” has watched from after a loss to Zach’s quote makes a distance as other South Meck, did it very clear to imagine teams raised the he add offense his intensity on the la- state championship to his resume. crosse field. This is one plaque at midfield. One can’t blame player not afraid to lay

This year, Johnny (Chip Auger, SCSR Action Photos) Coach Oddo for it all on the line for his wants to be the one Johnny not play- team! holding the Cham- ing offense, not Speaking of his pionship plaque and after a season on team, the Marvin celebrating with his defense where he Ridge High School teammates as an- was awarded with Maverick Lacrosse other team watches. All-Conference program should be So far this sea- and All South much improved this son, Johnny is do- Honors from The season. The Mavericks ing his part to help South Charlotte will have a senior class the Cougars Foot- Sports Report. (Jen Patterson, SCSR Action Photos) for the first time and ball Team position Johnny was one the team has devel- themselves for a run JOHNNY O’BOYLE of the hardest hit- oped a strong sense of at the title. His team should be that has ever happened to me. ting free safeties in the area. family since the school favored to win the remainder The coaching staff is great, and Now his list of positions is opened a year ago. of their regular season games the 12th man is ridiculous. Our nearly as long as the Catholic fans are the best in Charlotte. as well as the first few rounds playbook; free safety, tailback, ZACH MILLER See Miller, page 2 of the state playoffs. Many of Stepping out onto Jim Oddo wide receiver, kickoff returner these games will take place at Field on Friday nights with the and punt returner. Despite Keefer Stadium, the home of cowbells ringing and the fans not playing in the first game on the Cougars and the best fans going nuts has to be one of offense, Johnny is tied for sec- in the city. the best feelings in the world. ond on the team with touch- LAST CHANCE TO ENROLL Johnny recognizes the I wouldn’t have it any other downs, third on the team in power of the fan base at Char- way.” receiving yards and fourth on lotte Catholic. So far this season, Johnny the team in rushing yards after SOUTH CHARLOTTE “I can’t imagine playing is rewarding these fans with six games. anywhere else. Playing for great performances. The game SPORTS REPORT CCHS is one of the best things two weeks ago was a typical See O’BOYLE, page 12

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We were a team has been a coach of mine in the To me it seems like it should be won two of the three tourna- His favorite classes are Advanced represented by a couple differ- past and brings a lot experience an obvious decision. Lacrosse ments they competed in. Placement Calculus and Sports ent schools, so our chemistry just to Marvin Ridge. I’m looking teams are no different than any Zach also trains year round Marketing. wasn’t there. Also everyone from forward to a solid year.” other athletic teams. We hold try at Velocity Sports Performance Zach is a determined and last year’s team is returning with Zach is also looking forward to outs, practice all week long and where he focuses on speed and hard working student-athlete. another year of experience un- a new proposal under consider- are held to the same academic agility training. The South Charlotte Sports Re- der their belts. A lot of the play- ation by the North Carolina High standards as sanctioned athletes, “Velocity has taken my game port commends him for his dedi- ers had never experienced the School Athletic Association. The yet we do not get the same rec- to another level. I believe that in cation to be the best possible la- level of competition we faced last proposal would make lacrosse ognition.” order to compete with the talent crosse player he can be and still year. Heading into the upcoming an officially sanctioned sport for In addition to his work for the level in the area you have to be keep his commitment to record- season our chemistry is starting North Carolina High Schools and Mavericks, Zach plays lacrosse constantly improving. Lacrosse ing such a fantastic grade point to come together and many of ease some of the burdens the club year round. He is a member of is almost like a full time job.” average. the new players now know what teams are facing. the Team Charlotte organiza- Amazingly, Zach is still able they’re going to be up against. “I strongly support the North tion, comprised of the best teams to find enough time in his day to PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE SOUTH LACROSSE, BASKETBALL AND A CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT AT THESE LOCATIONS FEW OTHER RANDOM THOUGHTS Play It Again Sports Charlotte All-Stars Community House Middle School Dilworth Coffee House (Hwy 521) Clearing my desk of a few things today…. Cardillo’s Omega Sports Dick’s Sporting Goods – Pineville Four Seasons Barber and Salon • The North Carolina High School Athletic Association is considering adding lacrosse as a Dick’s Sporting Goods – Matthews Dunkin Donuts (Highway 521) sanctioned sport for the 2009-2010 season. 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BEYOND THE GAME WITH STEPHANIE CALAWAY Fourteen year much better player and gained a stronger understand- herself and I love to help get her message across about old Stephanie ing of the game under the instruction of Coach Carrie the fight for cancer and making wishes come true for Calaway plays and Tom Christian. Now I am playing as outside hit- children dealing with cancer.” volleyball for ter for Ardrey Kell’s JV team under Coach Rick Kiser the Ardrey Kell and Zoe Bell.” What is your favorite class at school? High School “Health is my favorite class so far this year because junior varsity What is your favorite part of the game? not only is my teacher Zoe Bell, she is also one of team. She is the “Hitting is my favorite part of the game because it my coaches. She has a great way of teaching us. She daughter of Dee is the last hit of the play. Also making unbelievable doesn’t make us feel like our decisions are good or bad Jones. saves are good to see.” but she does let us know what her opinion of the right decision is. We can take it from there and know how How long have Charlotte is a great area for volleyball, why do to make good decisions.” you played vol- you think there are so many great players here? leyball? “Volleyball is a growing sport here in Charlotte. It is Where would you like to attend college? “I have been play- growing with places to play the game. I think there I am kind of in between colleges right now but I do

(Jen Patterson, SCSR Action Photos) ing volleyball for are so many great players here because the coaches in want to go to a school with a good volleyball program about 4 years Charlotte are all amazing. They have good volleyball and even if I do not play in college there will be good now. I started for backgrounds as previous players. Most players includ- games to watch. I will be looking for a college that fun; I wanted to ing myself that have the skills to play depend on their also has a good program to prepare me for becoming try a school sport coaches to help them apply it in the game. As a player a lawyer. and tried out for myself I turn to my coach after every play to see what volleyball. I made my middle school team in 7th and I could have done to make the play better.” Best volleyball player at your school is? 8th grade at Community House and wanted to keep “I would say that Sam Gostling is the best player at playing. I learned about The Carolina Juniors volley- Do you have a favorite charity? our school at this time but I think all of my teammates ball organization at the end of my 7th grade season. I “March Forth With Hope is my favorite charity are great because we all fit well as a team on and off played there to improve my skills. I made the Caro- because Hope Stout was someone I think teenagers the court. It is so important to form good team unity. lina Juniors 14 Club team last year and grew into a should look up to. She clearly put other people before Volleyball is a TEAM sport.” Page  South Charlotte Sports Report Volume 3, Issue 9

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NOT ALL ANGUS IS EQUAL. Certified Angus Beef® is the BEST of the Best. Only 8% of Beef qualifiesTM. Page  CAROLINAS South BASEBALL Charlotte Sports Report CENTER Volume 3, Issue 9 Dear Baseball Community, of how far we come. I am especially proud of our instructors real baseball people who have played at the highest levels who pour their appreciation and passion for the game into and know what it takes to get to the next level. And even My name is Jeff Schaefer, I am a former Charlotte O teaching. With the help and input of everyone I mentioned more importantly know how to teach what it takes to get to (1982-84), Charlotte Knight (1993) and Major League Base- earlier in this letter, we have a truly special baseball place for the next level. ball Player with the Chicago White Sox, Seattle Mariners baseball people. It is a baseball center. I encourage you to compare us to the other facilities in and Oakland A’s (1989-92, 94). In May of 2007 I founded CBC includes a facility, equipment, staff and instruc- this city. I invite you to come and visit the center, meet our Carolinas Baseball Center (CBC). For two years I trav- tion that parallels no other in this city and possibly no other staff and see what we are really about. You will see we are eled and intensely researched the indoor baseball training on the East Coast. We have put together an indoor baseball about teaching the game of baseball, every aspect of the business. During that two year period I met and interviewed center that provides an all encompassing training environ- game of baseball. You will see how much respect we have facility owners, former and current MLB Players, players ment to teach the entire game of baseball. We are sure that for the game. from every level, major league executives, college coaches, anyone who walks into our building will know we have taken Please visit our website at www.cbcbaseball.net and high school coaches, travel ball coaches, recreation league indoor baseball training in the greater Charlotte area to an- come on out to CBC. See what has the baseball community coaches, and parents of aspiring baseball kids. other level. We are sure that anyone who meets our staff will buzzing. Professional Baseball brought me to Charlotte in 1982 know we provide quality instruction. Our staff consists of the and since then I have called the Queen City my home. Since top baseball instructors in the area. We are full-time teach- Best regards, retiring from baseball in 1994 it was a dream of mine to give ers of the game of baseball. Our level of passion for the game Jeff Schaefer something special back to Charlotte’s baseball community. is genuine and the center is a labor of love. What the baseball Carolinas Baseball Center As we celebrate our second year of business, I am very proud community will see, when they walk through our doors, are Co-founder and Director of Player Development MEET CHARLOTTE’S TOP BASEBALL INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF Jeff Schaefer: MLB Chicago area. Mike and his wife Melinda coach for the CBC Cougars organi- with CBC in the winter months. He Patrick Whitted: Univer- White Sox, Seattle Mariners, Oak- (GM) run the STEALTH, one of the zation is currently a minor league man- sity of South Alabama. Patrick land A’s: Jeff is recognized across top 13/14 year old travel teams in Dusty Wathan: MLB Kan- ager in the Philadelphia Phillies has coached and instructed with the baseball community as one of the city. sas City Royals: Dusty Wathan organization. Dusty works with the Jeff Schaefer for the past four years. the best hitting instructors in the Kelvin Torve: major league catchers An outfielder in college, Patrick is business. Jeff along with Jake Rob- MLB Minnesota during spring training. CBC’s lead outfield instructor and bins direct the CBC South Charlotte Twins, New York Gookie Dawkins: one of our hitting instructors Cougars Showcase/Travel Baseball Mets: Kelvin is another MLB Kansas City Tim Dobos: University of Organization former Charlotte O that Royals, Cincinnati Akron: Tim had a stellar college Jake Robbins: MLB Cleve- chose to stay in Char- Reds: Gookie joins the career setting several records in his land Indians: Jake has worked lotte. Kelvin was a hard staff as a winter hitting four years as a starter. Tim works with some of the top pitchers in the working first baseman/ and defensive instructor. with both pitchers and hitters. Tim community and raised the level of outfielder for the Twins Gookie, a middle infield- is head coach of the 11U Hurricanes baseball knowledge at Carolinas and Mets. Kelvin works er, is currently a major that train at CBC. Baseball Center. Jake is the head with hitters, first base- league free agent. Mike Hennessey: Head pitching coach for the CBC South man and outfielders Eric Tokunaga: Baseball Coach Charlotte Charlotte Cougars organization Keith Glauber: Japanese Profes- Country Day: Mike has proven to Mike Gardiner: MLB Se- MLB Cincinnati sional Scout: Soft- be one of the most knowledgeable attle Mariners, Boston Red Reds, St Louis Cardi- bank Hawks: Eric is high school coaches in Charlotte. Sox, Montreal Expos, Detroit nals: The latest former the one of two US based Mike is the head coach of the 17U Tigers: Mike has been instruct- big leaguer to join the CBC staff. is a third generation big league scouts for the Japanese Leagues. CBC South Charlotte Cougars ing for 7 years in the Charlotte Keith brings a unique combination catcher. Dusty grew up as the son Eric brings tremendous baseball area and has developed several of of pitching and catching instruc- of former major league catcher and insight into what the professional top level college pitchers from this tion to the center. Keith is also a manager John Wathan. Dusty is scout looks for in a player. HOME TO THE PROS JAKE ROBBINS PITCHING INSTRUCTOR During the baseball off-season, Carolinas Baseball Center is the home to many professional and major league baseball players. These Jake Robbins enjoyed a 13 year professional players include Major League All-Star Ray Durham and rising stars baseball career after being drafted by the New York like Providence High School graduate David Mailman. Ty Wigginton Yankees in the 11th round out of Myers Park High of the Houston Astros, Ross Gload of the Kansas City Royals, Gookie School. Jake used his tall frame and pitching me- Dawkins of the Kansas City Royals and Jon Adkins of the Cincinnati chanics to eventually work his way to the major Reds, as well as several minor league players can also be found training leagues with the Cleveland Indians. After retiring inside the 25,000 square foot Carolinas Baseball Center facility. at the conclusion of the 2007 season, Jake accept- Whether you are a first time little leaguer or a major league baseball ed an offer to join the Carolinas Baseball Center all-star Carolinas Baseball Center offers the perfect place to improve Instructional Staff. This new opportunity has al- your baseball skills. lowed Jake to give back to his hometown by teach- ing local youngsters the finer points of pitching. OUR PROGRAMS: Individual Instruction/ College Id Camp/ Jake focuses his instruction on five basic ele- Skills Camp/Summer Camps/Position Specific Classes/Rookie Camps/ ments; throwing strikes consistently, maintaining a Spring Training proper balance during delivery, arm speed with extension, throwing through the target versus to the glove” He backs these techniques up with a strong focus on building the mental strength to overcome any physi- OUR TEAMS: CBCSC Cougars: CBC has developed one of the cal letdown. areas top level showcase/travel baseball organizations. The CBC Cou- “I really enjoy working at Carolinas Baseball Center,” said Robbins. “It’s great to work at a first class facil- gars have taken the areas top baseball talent and showcased their skills ity with some of the best instructors around. The kids are so receptive to learning and it is so rewarding to from Virginia to Florida. The Cougars will be holding tryouts for team see the light come on in each kid as he learns to become a better pitcher.” ages 11U up to 17U. Tryouts for the Spring /Summer teams will be an- Looking for a pitching instructor for your child? Jake Robbins is one of the most requested instructors nounced in October. To request an invite to tryout for a CBC Cougar at Carolinas Baseball Center. His easy going nature and commitment to each player’s success may be the team please call into CBC at 704-499-9040 perfect fit for your son. To schedule a private lesson with Jake, call 704- 499-9040.

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FOR HOLY TRINITY OPPONENTS level of academic performance and the required level of performance Warning Signs of Writing Skill Gaps From the football field to the tennis court, 14 year old for a given grade. Poor marks on • Inability to identify parts of Marcus Wise and his 12 year old sister Madeleine are progress reports are often the first speech helping the Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School to many indicators of when this difference • Incorrect sentence structure victories this fall. Parents Mark and Valerie Wise have can become a problem. While poor • Frequent punctuation er- raised two outstanding student-athletes and both are big grades or problems in the classroom rors contributors for their respective fall sports teams. are certainly indicators that a child • Inability to present point of Marcus, an 8th grader, plays Defensive End, Tight is struggling academically, there are view or identify main ideas End and Punter for the Bulldogs. He is one of the taller often more subtle signs that parents • Poor spelling and more athletic kids on the team and Head Coach Ed- should look for. The most common Math - Contrary to popular belief, die Levins relies on his skills to help the team in many areas in which students develop skill there is no “math gene.” Success different ways. gaps are reading, writing and math. in math requires mastery of basic This is just the third year for Marcus playing football, skills. “The critical period for estab- but his passion for the game has developed just as fast as Reading - “The foundation for read- lishing this foundation is between his skill set. He uses his height to help him excel on the ing is developed between kinder- 1st and 8th grade,” notes Schwartz. football field. garten and 3rd grade,” notes Larry “If students fall behind during this “My size helps me in football by giving me an extra Schwartz, tutoring industry expert period, their ability to grasp high push on the line and it also helps me see the ball better on defense.” and founder of Tutoring Club. “If school algebra is reduced.” Math Maddie Wise this foundation is shaky, it can affect skills build iteratively on one an- His favorite game so far at Holy Trinity was a big subsequent academic progress.” other - failing to master a particular one! There are two major transitions that skill area creates a shaky foundation My favorite game was when we played Piedmont occur in reading development. The for those that follow, and can ulti- Middle School. I had 4 sacks, a forced fumble, 10 tackles, first occurs in the 4th grade, when mately lead to a loss of confidence. a blocked punt and a blocked field goal.” students are no longer learning to Marcus and his 8th grade teammates have worked read, but begin reading to learn. Warning Signs of Math Skill Gaps hard the last three seasons. They all realize this is their The second occurs when students • Incomplete homework final opportunity to wear the Holy Trinity jersey before advance to middle school where • Prolonged completion time moving on to Charlotte Catholic. classes become more in-depth. Par- • Inability to understand or Looking back on the last two seasons, Marcus reflects ents often think their child is having recall mathematical terms on how far the team has come. problems in a specific curriculum • Inability to apply or identify “I think our team has improved greatly since the 6th area, when the real problem is sim- concepts in problem solving grade. Our offense has improved the running game, scor- ply reading comprehension. Schwartz further notes, “Parents ing is a lot better and our defense is probably one of the need to understand that when best in the league. Warning Signs of Reading Skill children say, ‘I just don’t get it,’ they Marcus is also a good student at Holy Trinity. Gaps may be telling the truth.” Tutor- “I do pretty well in school. I am an A-B student. My • Slow reading ing Club provides individualized favorite subject would have to be History because I love • Incorrect reading of words instruction in reading, writing, Marcus Wise learning about how our country came to be from the Brit- • Frequent spelling errors and math, for children in grades ish colonies to our modern times.” • Inability to summarize what K-12, which targets and corrects Standing alongside Marcus is his 12 year old sister Madeleine. She is a strong tennis is read skill gaps. Tutoring Club is unique player for the Lady Bulldogs. This is her third year of playing tennis and each year she • Limited vocabulary for age among learning systems, not only in has improved by leaps and bounds. Writing - In the second grade, its methodology, but also in its guar- One of Madeleine’s favorite tennis memories came as a ten year old. students are taught proper sentence antee to raise a student’s academic “My last big tournament was Thanksgiving in Augusta, Georgia when I had all my structure, punctuation, capitaliza- level in less time and at lower cost tennis friends in our R.V. for Thanksgiving Dinner in the pouring rain, and that was my tion, and grammar. They also begin than any other program. favorite tennis memory so far!” developing vocabulary and spelling Madeleine prefers singles play because it’s one on one and you don’t have to guess skills. At this point, writing becomes Tutoring Club’s exclusive programs what your teammate is going to do. She is quick to add that doubles is fun and can be the main indicator of comprehen- are guaranteed to improve individ- relaxing. sion for other subjects. According ual skills in core academic areas, Her favorite tennis player is Maria Sharapova. “She has awesome style!” to Schwartz, one modern learning including reading, writing, and Madeleine also enjoys watching Novak Djokovic since is a funny player and very tal- obstacle is the use of computers to math. Individualized instruction ented as well. auto-correct spelling and sentence in science and foreign languages, Madeleine also enjoys playing basketball and swimming as well as knee boarding and structure. “Relying on computers as well as in basic learning skills ping-pong. to correct writing is a major factor such as note taking, outlining, time She is a very good student, usually earning all A’s and B’s and her favorite subjects are in the decline of a student’s writing management and ACT/SAT prepa- Math and Social Studies. skills,” says Glenn Blanco, owner of ration is also available. For more “They are both interesting classes.” the Tutoring Club of Charlotte/Bal- information on Tutoring Club, visit With the Wise siblings giving their all on the field of play for Holy Trinity Catholic lantyne. The problem has become www.tutoringclub.com or contact Middle School, the opponents need to come fully prepared. Marcus and Madeleine are so prevalent it was addressed in Glenn Blanco at 704-542-2322 or competitive, talented and both enjoy watching the other perform. Maybe even more im- the revamping of the SAT college [email protected]. portantly, they both enjoy laughing and having a good time in sports and at school. Volume 3, Issue 9 South Charlotte Sports Report Page 11

BEYOND THE GAME WITH CHRIS MANN Chris Mann is the captain dington High, and now this is rankings.” my favorites.” of the # 10 ranked Marvin my second year playing for the Ridge High School soccer Mavericks at Marvin Ridge.” Do you play Club Soccer? Where would you like to at- team. His play in goal has “I play club soccer in the Meck- tend college? allowed the second year What is your favorite part lenburg Union Futbol Club for “I plan to go to an engineering school to sprint out to an of the game? Gary Hamil, head coach, Wing- college. I’m looking primarily 8-0-1 record. Chris has “As a goalkeeper, my favorite ate University’s Men’s Soccer” at NC State, Virginia Tech and recorded six shutouts and part of the game is making sev- Clemson.” only allowed three goals on eral big saves in one play.” What is the toughest part the season! Chris is also a about playing your posi- Best soccer player in the very good lacrosse player How will the Mavericks do tion? area is? for The Mavericks. this year? “The toughest part about being “The best goal scorer in the “Last year we made it to the a goalkeeper is dealing with area is Matt Risher. He has How long have you played third round of the state play- crosses and breakaways.” a dangerous shot. As far as soccer for? offs. This year Coach Fumo has defense, Jordan Day is hard to (Jen Patterson, SCSR Action Photos) “I’ve been playing soccer for taken us to an even higher level What is your favorite class beat. It’s almost impossible to thirteen years. I started out of play. If we can avoid injury, at Marvin Ridge? get around him.” with recreation league soccer we have a good chance of “This semester my favorite when I was five. I played for staying first in our conference class is AP Physics. Basically, Weddington Middle and Wed- and finishing high in the state Science and Math classes are SOUTH CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT STUDENT-ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

MARK MOLL MEREDITH BRANHAM

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Age: 17 Age: 16 School: Charlotte Catholic School: Weddington High School Grade: 12th Grade: 11th Parents: Steve & Jane Moll Parents: Jody and Donna Branham Words people use to describe me: Energetic, committed, and loud! Words people use to describe me: Talkative, Loud and Outgoing Hobbies: Boating, dirt biking, hanging out with friends Hobbies: Tennis, friends, scrapbooking I am most proud of: USA, Family, & being part of the CCHS community I am most proud of: Winning the regional and conference doubles title with Allie If I could donate $100,000: American Cancer Society Cashion my freshman year. If I could travel anywhere: South America, Brazil If I could donate $100,000: I would give it to Bosom Buddies Benefit Clinic Best Advice I was ever given: Take it one day at a time! Leave room for the spirit to If I could travel anywhere: Australia work. Best Advice I was ever given: To follow the Golden Rule Favorite Store: Dicks Sporting Goods Favorite Store: Target Favorite Restaurant: Firebirds Favorite Restaurant: Rippington’s in Waxhaw Favorite Music: Rap, 80’s Rock, & Country Favorite Music: Rock Favorite Subject: Political Science Favorite Subject: Anatomy and Physiology Favorite Jersey #: 55, Dan Morgan

Athletic Accomplishments: Mark, a defensive end, is a team leader for the Charlotte Catholic Athletic Accomplishments: As a freshman Meredith captured the Southwest 4A Conference and Cougars football team. He leads the team this season in tackles and sacks and has been a force in Regional Titles with partner Ally Cashion. As a sophomore she was forced to sit the season out with a every game this year. Mark was called up to the Varsity team as a tenth grader and was selected to back injury. Upon her return to the court, she captured first place in her first tournament at Charlotte the All-Conference team last year. The Cougars are on a roll this season and hope to reach the state Country Club. Meredith is back on her A game this season and leads the Warriors as their # 1 seed. championship once again. Meredith is a top level player and plays out of Weddington Swim and Racquet and the Charlotte Ten- Mark also wrestles for the Cougars in the 285 weight class. nis Academy

Academic Accomplishments: Mark is good student at Charlotte Catholic and carries a 3.2 Academic Accomplishments: Meredith is an accomplished student at Weddington High School. grade point average. She is a member of the BETA Club and the National Honor Society.

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Walker Trophies will provide each Each Athlete of the Week W will receive a complimentary Athlete of the Week with a special award. one month scholarship to 704-962-9419 Velocity Sports Performance for their achievement. Page 12 South O’BOYLECharlotte Sports Report Volume 3, Issue 9 Continued from front page Over on defense, Johnny is is holding out hope for a Division out off the football field where he ball and life shows up in the class- we wish him and the Cougars the second on the team in total tack- 1 offer. is known for having a big heart. room as he is enrolled in mostly best of luck in their pursuit of a les and has one interception. Not Johnny doesn’t stop with Last year when a Charlotte Cath- honors classes. His school work state championship this season. a bad set of stats for a 6’1” 177 football; he also plays baseball olic student was diagnosed with should be a key contributor to Hopefully Johnny will have a pound kid that runs a 4.65 forty! and basketball for Charlotte Cancer and lost his hair during earning more college football op- chance to raise the trophy high at His hard play has earned him Catholic. He has also found suc- Chemo treatments, Johnny went portunities. midfield for all the Cougar fans to the recognition of college coaches cess as a teenager in the swim- out and had a buzz cut to show he Johnny O’Boyle is one of the enjoy! and he is holding an offer to play ming pool and has competed in wouldn’t be alone. Many of his most well-rounded kids in the football at Cornell in his hand. the All-Star Swim Meet for Sardis teammates and classmates fol- community. The South Charlotte Many other smaller schools have Swim Team. lowed. Sports Report salutes Johnny for spoken to Johnny as well, but he His easy-going nature comes The same dedication to foot- his passion in sports and life and

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