Could It Have Been Any Closer

Coach Crawford reported for the Girls Lacrosse team's super exciting tournament game.

The Cowboys Lacrosse team travelled to Granville, Ohio to take on the Blue Aces in first round Girls Lacrosse State action.  It was a hard fought contest with the Cowboys losing in overtime, 10-11.  After exchanging goals  in the first seven minutes of play and tied 2-2, the Blue Aces pulled to a 5-3 lead with four minutes remaining in the first half.  Successive goals by Marielle Smith and Lindsay Stewart brought the game to a 5-5 tie by halftime.  In the first two minutes of second half play, goals by Lindsay Stewart and Libby Wadds established a slight lead by the Cowboys at 7-5.  The Blue Aces continued to chip away and pulled to a 9-10 lead with 3:20 left in the game until with 50 seconds left, Lindsay Stewart scored the equalizer on a Smith assist, score 10-10 at the close of regulation play.  But it was in sudden victory overtime where the Blue Aces netted the final goal and determined the outcome of the game.

The Cowboys finish their season at 7 wins and 8 losses.

Girls Lacrosse Senior Night

Thursday, May 12th was Senior Night for the Girls Lacrosse team.  

The team routed Seven Hills 15-5, 

and much celebrating ensued.

Thanks to Kara Pendery for the great pictures.

See more HERE

Cara Hummel was also on hand and has some Senior recognition pictures HERE

Regular Season Wrap Up

Coach Crawford wraps up the regular season of the Girls Lacrosse team.

The Varsity squad finished their regular season at home hosting the Seven Hills Stingers.   With the score tied at 3 to 3 after 18 minutes of first half play, the Cowboys broke out in a scoring fury scoring 5 goals in four minutes of play.  Adding two more goals, the Cowboys went into half leading 10 to 5 and held on to win 15 to 5.  Goals were lead by Marielle Smith (4) followed by Haley Stewart (3), Elizabeth Hughes (2), Molly Izenson (1), Emily Wood (1), Lindsay Stewart (1), Madelyn Taylor (1), Kelly Lyons (1), and Ashley Moher (1).  Marielle Smith lead with assists (6), followed by Libby Fisher (1), Riley Bahr (1), Ellie Marty (1), Lindsay Stewart (1), and Haley Stewart (1).  The Cowboys finish their regular season at 7 wins and 7 losses.

They will open their state tournament play next Tuesday in Granville, game time 5:30.

Also the following honors were announced from the State:

Reilly Simmons - 1st Team All-District;  2nd Team All-State
Marielle Smith - 1st Team All-District
Lindsay Stewart - District Honorable Mention

While you're in the Girls Lacrosse frame of mind, check out a few pictures from the Tuesday, May 3rd game against Springboro.

Thanks to Coach Crawford for the report, and 

Thanks to Rod Apfelbeck for the pictures.

See more HERE

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Girls Lacrosse

Coach Crawford gets us caught up with the Girls Lacrosse teams.

On Thursday, the Glax team traveled to Turpin to play non-Conference games.  The JV squad had a convincing win, final score 6-2, with goals by Riley Bahr (2), Madelyn Taylor (2), Annie Boster (1), and Ellie Marty (1).  Olivia Grady snared 7 saves.  In the Varsity game, the Cowboys down 3-4 after the first half of play game back with confidence winning 9 to 5.  Goals were scored by Marielle Smith (2), Lindsay Stewart (2), Kelly Lyons (2), Libby Wadds (1), Reilly Simmons (1), and Haley Stewart (1).  Goalie Claire Mellott snagged 6 saves.

On Saturday, the Cowboys hosted in what is becoming their annual Columbus rival, Bishop Hartley.   The JV squad defeated Bishop Hartley, final score 6-4.  Goals were scored by Ellie Marty (3), Riley Bahr (1), and Cate Hummel (1).  In the Varsity matchup, down 5-8 at half, the Cowboys mounted a second half comeback and pulled within 1 goal with 3 minutes remaining in the game.  But, Bishop Hartley held on to win, Cowboys 11, Bishop Hartley 13.  Goals were scored by Haley Stewart (5), Marielle Smith (3), Kelly Lyons (2), and Elizabeth Hughes (1).  Goalie Claire Mellott recorded 5 saves.

The Cowboys GLax team travelled to play the Eagles of Milford.  In JV action, Goalie Olivia Grady recorded 8 saves as the Cowboys won 6 to 5.  Goals were scored by Greta Warmbier (2), Ellie Marty (2), Riley Bahr (1), and Cate Hummel (1).  In Varsity action, a 5-0 scoring run in the first 18 minutes of the first half helped the Cowboys move into half with a 7-1 lead.  The Cowboys held on to win, final score 12-5.  Goalie Claire Mellott had a remarkable night recording 9 saves behind a solid defense anchored by Emily Wood, Grace Steiner, Katie Wadds, and Carolyn Meis.  Goals were scored by Haley Stewart (3), Marielle Smith (3), Lindsay Stewart (2), Libby Fischer (1), Kelly Lyons (1), Ashley Moher (1), and Libby Wadds (1).   Draw controls were lead by Haley Stewart (6) followed by Emily Wood (2) and Kelly Lyons (1).

Girls Lacrosse

From Coach Crawford:

Tuesday night the Cowboys hosted the Springboro Panthers, currently ranked in the Top 20 in the State of Ohio as reported by LaxPower.  The JV squad played well to a 4-4 tie as the final seconds of their game drew to a close on a Springboro goal.   The Varsity had a tough go losing 3 to 14.   However, a bright spot continues with the Cowboys' dominance at the draw out wrestling the Panthers 11 draw controls to 8.

Looking ahead, the Girls are seeded #9 in the OSLA South Central Division and will travel to face #8 Granville on Tuesday,May 17th.

Check out the playoff bracket HERE

Scheduling Note

The date of the Girls Lacrosse Senior Night has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 12th.

The date of the Softball Senior Night has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 7th

Girls Lacrosse

Breaking News:  
The Girls Lacrosse Senior Night has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 12.

From Coach Crawford,

Thursday night the Cowboys Girls Lacrosse team hosted the Mariemont Warriors and the annual Wyoming Youth Lax Night.  The JV played against a fast Mariemont team, losing 4 to 8.  In the Varsity game, Mariemont stuck first at 22:04 leading 1-0.  The following twelve minutes of play showed quick midfield transitions, strong defensive stands, and timely goalie saves on both sides.  But Mariemont went on a 5-0 goal run before the Cowboys could recover; score at half Cowboys 3, Warriors 9.  Mariemont held on to win, Cowboys 8, Mariemont 13.  Goalie Claire Mellott recorded 6 saves.  Goals were scored by Marielle Smith (4), Reilly Simmons (2), and Libby Wadds (1).

On a rainy Saturday, the Cowboys traveled to Summit County Day.  The JV played well, but lost 5 to 6.  The Varsity, down 3 to 8 at half, lost 12 to 16.  Goals scored by Ashley Moher (3), Reilly Simmons (2), Haley Stewart (2), Lindsay Stewart (2), Marielle Smith (2), Elizabeth Hughes (1).  Grace Steiner recorded a team season high with 4 interceptions.

The above pictures are from Deb Varland of the April 28th Mariemont game.  Below we also have a little look back at the April 9th Mt. Notre Dame game thanks to Kara Pendery.

Thanks to Coach Crawford for the report, and

Thanks to Deb Varland for the April 28th Mariemont pictures

See more HERE,  and 

Thanks to Kara Pendery for the April 9th Mt. Notre Dame pictures

See more HERE

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Girls Lacrosse Leads Lebanon

From Coach Crawford:

The Cowboys hosted Lebanon HS Tuesday night in both JV and Varsity matchups.  In the opening game, the JV played in a close contest going into half-time behind 2-3.  But with key saves by Goalie Olivia Grady behind a strong defensive showing and goals netted by Greta Warmbier, Ellie Marty, and Lauren Montgomery in the second half overwhelmed Lebanon as the Cowboys won, final score 10-5.  Grady finished with 6 goal saves while Marty (6), Warmbier (3), and Montgomery (1) combined for the Cowboys' 10 goals.  A strong Draw Control showing was lead by Riley Bahr (4) and Marty (4) with Warmbier (1) compared to Lebanon's total team draw control count with 4.

In the Varsity game, the Cowboys found themselves out in front quickly in the first five minutes of the game leading 5-0.  Final score, 15-2.  Goalie Claire Mellott recorded 5 saves behind a strong defense that shut down Lebanon's dodging and set plays.  Goals were scored by Reilly Simmons (4), Marielle Smith (3), Ashley Moher (3), Lindsay Stewart (2), Annie Boster (1), Madelyn Taylor (1), and Elizabeth Hughes (1).  Assists were lead by M. Smith (4) followed by Libby Wadds (2), R. Simmons (1), and Haley Stewart (1).

Girls Lacrosse Beats Bishop Fenwick

From Coach Crawford

The team played the Mt Notre Dame Cougars on Saturday.  Jv  won 5 to 3.  Goals by Marty 3, bahr 1, Anna Cate meis 1.    Varsity lost 5 to 13.  Goals by Hughes, Moher, Lyons, Simmons and Smith.

The Cowboys hosted Bishop Fenwick Tuesday night in a Varsity matchup.  After taking a quick 4-2 lead in the first six minutes of play, the Cowboys went into half-time tied 4-4.  Quick adjustments, patience in offense, smart defensive teamwork, and true hustle helped the Cowboys build a 9-6 lead with ten minutes left to play.    The Cowboys held on to win 9-7.  Goalie Claire Mellott recorded 4 saves.  Goals were scored by H. Stewart (4), M. Smith (3), L. Stewart (1), and K. Lyons (1).  Draw controls were lead by H. Stewart (4), E. Wood (3), M. Smith (2), L. Stewart (2), G. Steiner (2), and L. Wadds.

Photo (from a previous game) thanks to Arch Cunningham.

Word on the street is that there will be a new crop of pictures coming soon.

Girls Lacrosse

From Coach Crawford:

The Cowboys traveled to Anderson HS Tuesday night for their first conference game of the season.  Both JV and Varsity squads fell short against a scrappy Anderson team.

Goalie Olivia Grady recorded 5 saves in the JV game, final score Wyoming 5 to Anderson 8.  Goals were lead by Ellie Marty (3) followed by Madelyn Taylor (1) and Riley Bahr (1).  Riley Bahr lead the team with 6 Draw Controls with 2 each by Sophie Walton and Madelyn Taylor.

In the Varsity game, the Cowboys exchanged goals with Anderson to build an 8 to 6 lead with 8 minutes left in the first half.   Anderson then went on a 4 goal run before the Cowboys answered in the final minute of the half to trail 9 to 10.  In  the opening minutes of the second half, the Cowboys reestablished themselves with an 11 to 10 lead.  But a twelve minute Cowboy scoring drought followed allowing Anderson to score 5 goals and take the lead 11 to 15.  The Cowboys played with great purpose as the second half came to a close falling short in the end, final score Wyoming 14 to Anderson 16.  Goalie Claire Mellott recorded 7 important saves to keep the game close.  Goals were scored by Reilly Simmons (4), Marielle Smith (3), Lindsay Stewart (2), Libby Wadds (2), Haley Stewart (2), and Ashley Moher (1).  Haley Stewart set a new Wyoming record for Draw Controls in a game at (10), followed by Katie Wadds (3), Lindsay Stewart (2), Emily Wood (1), Madelyn Taylor (1), Kelly Lyons (1), and Grace Steiner (1).

Next up, Home games with Mt. Notre Dame this Saturday.  JV gametime is 2pm, Varsity gametime is 3:30.

Girls Lacrosse

From Coach Crawford

The Cowboys hosted Walnut Hills during a windy Tuesday night.   In an exciting JV game, the Cowboys fell behind 0-3 early in the first half but fought back to tie 3-3 at the half.  Second half play saw the Cowboys down 5-3, but goals from Ellie Marty saw the Cowboys tie the game at 5-5 with 26 seconds remaining.   But in the game's last draw, the Eagles took possession and with 12 seconds remaining scored with the final score Cowboys 5, Eagles 6.  Goalie Olivia Grady had a tremendous performance recording 14 saves.  Goals were lead by Ellie Marty (3), followed by Lauren Montgomery (1) and Anna Cate Meis (1).  JV Cowboys record entering Spring Break is 1 Win and 1 Loss.

The Varsity squad also had an exciting game against a tough Eagles team that was looking to reverse last year's lost to the Cowboys.  The first half saw a low scoring, defensive display with the Cowboys on top 6-3.  Two more goals in the first four minutes of the second half saw the Cowboys establishing some breathing room at 8-3, until the Eagles scoring machine ignited and went on a 5 goal unanswered scoring run to tie the game at 8-8 with 2:57 left in the game.  Goalies from both teams performed brilliantly to end last minute offensive attacks as game time expired.  However, in sudden victory overtime, the Eagles won the draw control but could not net a goal after several attempts, thanks to a stonewall Cowboy's defense and remarkable save by Goalie Claire Mellott that, with the following clear, saw the game ending score from Lindsay Stewart after receiving a pass from sister Haley.  Final score 9-8.

Goals were lead by Marielle Smith with 3, followed by Libby Wadds (2), Reilly Simmons, (2), Haley Stewart (1), and Lindsay Stewart (1).  Draw controls were lead by Haley Stewart (5) followed by Emily Wood (3), and Kelly Lyons (1).   Assists were lead by M. Smith (3) followed by H. Stewart (2), and Caroline Meis (1).  Cowboys move to 2 Wins and 0 Loss.

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

Girls Lacrosse

VARSITY

We previously posted HERE about the Girls Lacrosse season opening WIN against Lakota East on Saturday, March 19th.  Now we have some great pictures from Arch Cunningham to add in.

7th/8th Grade
From Susaon Osha:
We all know that whenever Wyoming and Indian Hill meet, it's gonna be a good one. Monday's matchup between the girls' middle school lax teams delivered. Wyoming lead 5-1 at the end of the first half. IH came on strong in the second half, tying up the game at 8-8. Much like the Xavier game on Sunday, the team in red scored the game-winner just as time was expiring.
First home game of the season is Wednesday, 3/23, when Wyoming hosts Anderson. Action begins at 6:30.

Thanks to Arch Cunningham for the Varsity pictures.

See more HERE

Thanks to Susan Osha for the 7th/8th grade team report and pictures.

See more HERE 

Win One

From Coach Crawford:

The Girl's lacrosse team hosted Lakota East on Saturday in their season opener.

The JV came a way with a victory with 44 seconds left in the game from a free position score by attacker Lauren Montgomery, final score 5 to 4.  Montgomery lead all scorers with 3 goals, followed by Riley Bahr (1) and Hope Connelly (1).  An impressive defensive game was turned in by the Cowboys with Goalie Olivia Grady making 8 saves to shutoff East's scoring opportunities.  Ground balls were lead by Ellie Marty (4) and draw controls by Riley Bahr (3).

The Varsity captured their first win against a scrappy East squad, final score 14 to 10.  The Cowboys were up 4 to 3 in the first seven minutes of play when they put an offensive show to go into the half 11 to 5.  Goalie Claire Mellott made key saves (4) and directed the defensive squad to slow and frustrate East's scoring runs.  Goals were lead by Riley Simmons with 5, followed by Marielle Smith (3), Ashley Moher (2), Libby Wadds (2), Lindsay Stewart (1), Kelly Lyons (1).  Marielle Smith lead the team with 5 assists.  Draw controls were lead by defender Emily Wood with 6 followed by Lindsay Stewart (4), Molly Izenson (2), and one each by Elizabeth Hughes, Madelyn Taylor, M. Smith, Caroline Meis, and Grace Steiner.

Next up, the Cowboys will host a tough Division 1 Walnut Hills team on Tuesday, JV game at 6, Varsity at 7:30.

Come Prepared

Can you hardly stand the waiting?

Get ready for the Girls Lacrosse Season with Cincinnati.com's season preview by Scott Springer, Adam Baum and Nick Robbe HERE

GAME SCHEDULE

(HOME games are at the HS, unless otherwise noted)

Pre-Season Schedule:
Sun Feb 28 HOME scrimmage with Ballard (Louisville KY) 11:00AM and Noon
Wed Mar 16 HOME scrimmage with Kings                             JV 6:00; V 7:00
(Yes, This Wednesday!!)

Season Schedule:
Sat March 19 HOME w Lakota East    JV 12:00; V 1:30
Tue March 22 HOME w Walnut Hills JV 6:00; V 7:30
Tue Apr 5 @ Anderson                          JV 6:00; V 7:15
Sat Apr 9 HOME w Mt Notre Dame  JV 2:00; V 3:30
Tue Apr 12 @ Fenwick                          JV 6:00; V 7:30  
Wed Apr 13 @ Indian Hill                     JV 5:30; V 7:00
Tue Apr 19 HOME w Lebanon             JV 6:00; V 7:15
Thur Apr 21 HOME w Oakwood                      V 6:00
Fri Apr 22 @ McAuley                         JV 5:00; V 6:30
Tue Apr 26 HOME w Mercy                JV 6:00; V 7:15
Thur Apr 28 HOME w Mariemont       JV 6:00; V 7:30
Sat Apr 30 @ Summit                           JV 12:00; V 1:30
Tue May 3 HOME w Springboro         JV 6:00; V 7:30
Thur May 5 @ Turpin                            JV 5:30; V 7:00
Sat May 7 HOME w Bishop Hartley;  JV 12:00; V 1:30
Mon May 9 @ Milford                           JV 5:00; V 6:30
Thur May 12 HOME Varsity w 7Hills at 5:30;JV Game w St Ursula after Varsity

State Tourney begins the following week

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

Girls Lacrosse Launches

Coach Crawford reported from the Girls LAX scrimmage on Sunday, February 28th.

The Cowboy's played extremely well after their first week of practice as they hosted the Bruins of Ballard HS (Louisville) in their first preseason scrimmage.  Led by Freshman goalie Olivia Grady recording 6 saves +, the Cowboy's steady defense and quick transition offense continues into 2016.   Goals were scored by Reilly Simmons (3), Annabelle Steiner (2), Libby Fischer (1),  Elizabeth Hughes (1), Annie Boster (1), Ashley Moher (1), freshman Greta Warmbier (1), freshman Libby Wadds (1), and freshman Sophie Walton (1).  Draw controls were lead by R. Simmons (3) and freshman Riley Bahr (2) and freshman Sohpie Walton (2), with one each by many other Cowboys.

Spring Scrimmage

The weather has been a little unreliable lately.  Have you been feeling a little lost and disoriented and unsure where you were on the calendar?  Don't despair.  Let Spring Sports be your guide.

Kick off the season the right way.  Dust off your outside-voice and come out to the Girls Lacrosse team's first scrimmage here at home against the Bruins of Ballard HS from Louisville, Kentucky on Sunday, February 28th beginning at 11am.

HS Girls Lacrosse Meeting

There will be a short HS Girl's Lacrosse informational meeting on Monday, November 16th at 7PM in the HS cafeteria for all interested and returning players and parents outlining the upcoming 2016 Varsity and JV season.

If you have any questions, please contact Coach Crawford at 557-7147

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

HS Girls Lacrosse Meeting

There will be a short HS Girl's Lacrosse informational meeting on Monday, November 16th at 7PM in the HS cafeteria for all interested and returning players and parents outlining the upcoming 2016 Varsity and JV season.

If you have any questions, please contact Coach Crawford at 557-7147

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

HS Girls Lacrosse Informational Meeting

There will be a brief HS Girl's Lacrosse informational meeting on August 25th after school in the cafeteria for interested players outlining the upcoming 2016 Varsity and JV season.  Additional information will include fall and winter lax opportunities.  If you have questions or cannot attend, please contact Coach Crawford at 557-7147.

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

Lacrosse Laudation

From Coach Crawford

After concluding the 2015 Girl's HS Lacrosse season, several players earned the following honors:

Fred Dewey Award:  Emily Wadds
Most Improved Player:  Emily Wadds
Offensive MVP:   Maggie Hughes
Defensive MVP:   Grace Schneider
Cowboy Award:    Adi Smith
Honorable Mention All-District: Maggie Hughes
First Team All-District: Grace Schneider, Adi Smith
First Team All-State:  Adi Smith
Captain's Awards: Adi Smith, Carly Schlager, Emily Wadds

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham