Senior Field Hockey

The grit and joy put into the Senior Girls Field Hockey team was evident on and off the field over the course of our season. During the first official practice our team, a collection of new and returning players, departed for Duncan’s turf field. I was impressed with how much talent every individual had, whether it was speed, skills or support for teammates; it seemed that our team had all the right pieces.  Of my four years of playing for the Brentwood team, this has been the most memorable. From the road trips and bonding at the away games, to the hardships faced through injury and loss, our team never gave up.  We hosted the first tournament, the Friendship Cup, at home and placed second losing only to Collingwood School. At the annual ISA tournament held at Crofton House School, our team gained lots of experience and a highlight was losing by only one goal to the eventual ISA and provincial champions, Crofton. We then placed second at the SMUS Invitational losing in a shootout and placed second at the Island Championships where we played an excellent game but lost to SMUS (provincial silver medalists) in the final minute of play.  The season prepared us well for the Provincial Championships held in Oliver, which we had not attended since 2010. Our hard work throughout the season paid off and helped us in the tough games as we lost only one game the entire tournament and came home with the consolation trophy.  This season every player learned the importance of being part of a team. Our team spirit, and working together for a common purpose, gave us an everlasting bond.  On behalf of the team I would like to thank Mir (Mrs. Mann) and Mrs. Martin for everything they have done for us. Isabelle D, Captain Coaches’ Note: The three Grade 12s on the team, Isabelle D, Piper H, and Jordan B were great role models and always strove to keep the team positive and focused. The Grimes Award for Inspirational Leadership both on and off the field was awarded to this year’s Captain, Isabelle D.