Fall Sports 09 Review Part 2
By Andrew Huang, Pendulum Staff writer
Varsity Football
Overview: Despite last year’s record (0-6), this year’s varsity football team has a bright outlook because of their new home field which gives them more space to practice, and a more experienced group, consisting of juniors and seniors. First year head coach, Mark Huynh plans to redeem last year’s team record by winning at least one game this season. Galileo started off rusty with 1 lost in their preseason against Northgate high (18-28). However, they beat Moreau Catholic (28-25), and lost again against Berean Christian (9-17). Galileo has picked up their game and transitioned it to their regular season beating 3 teams, including our rival Lowell Cardinals. Smashing Balboa (32, 15) Marshall (48, 6) and Lowell (21, 0). Although Lowell beat Washington Eagles, and we lost to Washington by 10, (34, 44) we are tied for first with Washington and Lowell.
Key Players: Senior Dylan Nelson (Quarterback) Senior Shaun Numera (Center), Junior Quincy Nelson (Running Back).
Key Opponents: Lincoln Mustangs, Washington Eagles, Lowell Cardinals
Frosh/Soph Football
Overview: Last year’s F/S football season didn’t live up to their expectations because 2 years ago they won the round robin championship, but last year they came in 6th. However, this year, first time head coach, Don Harris believes the team has a lot of potential to succeed because they are coming together as a team. coach Harris says,’’ Football is the ultimate team sport and the only way to be successful is coming together.’’ However, the season is not looking bright for the frosh/soph team, they have 0 wins so far, and playoff doesn’t look close.
Key Players: Sophomores Captain Liam Ford, Sophomores Captain Edward Lu, Sophomores Captain Anthony Lam, and Sophomores Captain Henok Taddesse.
Key Opponents: Washington Eagles, Lincoln Mustangs
Varsity Volleyball
Overview: A new head coach hasn’t affected the girls varsity volleyball team’s momentum to bring their A game on the court. Although losing 3 starters last season, the team’s spirit is still high, as new head coach, Sarah Carters says, ‘’I still believe we can be number one.’’ The varsity team has a record of 6-3 facing Lowell on 11/3/09 for fourth place and a playoff spot; they will have to hope that Washington will beat their upcoming game against Wallenberg and win their game against Lowell to have a spot in the playoffs.
Key Players: Two captains Senior, Lauren Lew (setter), Junior Stephanie Owyeong (middle), two sophomores, Enid Chen (outside), Jennifer Truong (outside).
Key Opponents: Balboa Bucs, Lowell Cardinals
Frosh/Soph Volleyball
Overview: ‘’Father Son coaching duo,’’ Jack and Josh Jung are preparing the F/S girls volleyball team with a variety of drills. Head coach Jack Jung hopes to make playoffs this year, after missing playoffs last year by one game. He says, ‘’ I can’t make any predictions just yet, but we have a more experienced group this year.’’ The frosh/soph girl’s volleyball team is tied for third with Lincoln, and has a guaranteed spot in the playoffs no matter the outcome. The girls will be facing Lowell cardinals on 11/3/09 who are undefeated.
Key Players: Freshman, Lefan Chi (outside)
Key Opponents: Lowell Cardinals, Washington Eagles
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