Boys Golf
Head coach Boe summarizes this upcoming season as exciting as he feels his team is ready to take that next step and advance from their tough regional to their sectional. The Cougars finished last season, winning 3 conference matches and having senior Aiden O’Sullivan advance to sectionals. O’Sullivan along with seniors Kyle Grybowski and Gavin Baxa, and sophomores Jonah Powell and Henry Theis, are some of the returning golfers. Boe would also like to thank Mr. Weirs for getting the ball rolling with the golf program.
Boys Cross Country
Coach Crowe describes this upcoming season as, “Motivated and ready to carry on the tradition of excellence.” The team finished last season winning conference and state as they went undefeated at every meet they attended. Some juniors and seniors he highlights are Camyn Viger (junior), Dylan Maloney (junior), Gavin Borger (senior), and Keeno DeAlba (senior).
Girls Poms
Coach Danko (formally coach Fisher) says her goal for the upcoming season is to really create a close knit environment for all of her dancers and focus on what they can do today to perform their best, not worrying about the past or future. Some dancers she mentions are seniors Courtney Boyer, Alyssa Carino, Jaden Herman, Olivia Kresno, Isabele Lockowitz, Kristin Muhlig, and Isabella Oliver.
Girls Tennis
Coach Perrin says his biggest goal is for the team to display steady improvement and build on their league standings. The team finished last year winning one duel as a team and some individual matches. Some seniors he highlights are Molly Stephens, Ilanna Lucheck, Mia Martin, Julia Rozalowski, Ally Hurd, Michelle Flores, Isabella Strutman, and Lanastein
Football
Led by new head coach Jacob Brosman, the football program possesses high hopes for this upcoming season. The team swept the conference last year as well as playoff competition, achieving all five wins through vital speedwork. Seniors Matthew Janiak and Connor Folliard are two of many returning players.
Girls Cross Country
Head Coach James O’Connell will be leading the team this year with aims of building a positive running culture and atmosphere. Over the past few years, the girls have shown dedication to the program through continuing to run over the summer. Four returners, including senior Addison Prokop, will be uplifting the team as well.
Cheer
Over the summer, Plainfield South cheer placed first out of 29 teams to compete at the Ultimate Xperience Camp. According to Head Coach Kayley Johnson, the positive culture and friendships have greatly assisted the team. Both JV and varsity teams will see many returning seniors this year, including Makayla Lewin, Lila Prather, Danasia Moore, and Amelia Silva.
Girls Volleyball
Head coach Kate Kendall will be guiding the girls to victory this season, ensuring that the team capitalizes on defense. The Cougars have won their twelve matches. Returners Savannah Stepanek and Sami Lanan will be tremendous help for the team and new underclassmen.
Girls Golf
Coach Butler describes this season as, “better on the course than on paper,” stating “[The] girls have done amazing work controlling their shots and finishing swings stronger.” The team finished winning two matches. Some returning athletes she highlights are Sophia Padilla (junior), Katie Grandchamp (junior), Katie Nichols (senior), Ally Walker (junior), Darcey O’Sullivan (sophomore), and Hayden Justis (sophomore).
Correction: Isabel Lockowitz, Kristin Muhlig were later added to Girls Poms and Lanastein, Isabella Strutman to Girls Tennis after mistakenly being left off the original issue.
