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Water Polo Continues Learning
Water polo traveled across town to Loomis on Sept. 22 for a tri-match against Hotckiss and Loomis. After a rousing effort on Sept. 19, getting everyone’s feet wet at Williston, the day’s outing at Loomis was an opportunity to build from two more days of practice and a better understanding of the nuances of the game. Hotchkiss played hard and tough, giving Westminster little room to organize and attack. Layton Harmon ‘21 opened the scoring for Westminster making the score 5-1 Hotchkiss late in the first quarter. Hunter Hoogkamp ‘21 and Jeremy Hopsicker ‘22 would each add one before Harmon finished for Westminster making it 12-4 Hotchkiss on the day. Shane Wahlberg ‘19 weathered a healthy barrage of shots from the Bearcats, and managed to make a few timely saves to keep Westminster positive. Defense was much improved, and players were more comfortable with and without the ball, looking for ways to advance into the half-court offense and make attempts within the 30-second shot clock. Loomis, who defeated Hotchkiss earlier in the day, played Westminster tough, and would ultimately defeat the Martlets 12-2. Speed was at a premium in this matchup, and Loomis had the edge. However, they allowed the Martlets to practice some defense by limiting the breakaway bombs up pool. Westminster was able to make some effective defensive plays in their defensive end, both individually and as a team. Wahlberg made many great saves to keep the score close, and there was a better level of competition in the game. Great things are ahead for the Martlets if they bring their effort daily in practice, and push to learn the intricacies of the game. Better execution and faster game speed will be essential when they face Wilbraham Monson away in two weeks.
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