J.V. Water Polo team drives toward sections

By Michael Longyear

Once again, the coaches of Jesuit High School have produced a power house water polo team. Led by coach Keagen Smith, the J.V. water polo team is on the fast track to becoming Metro League champions. The Marauders started the season by humiliating Campo Lindo, destroying Fairfield, outplaying Lodi, and defeating Rio with the explosive offense of sophomores, Andrew Lindsey and Greg Ruiz. "We have a strong team and I think we can go all the way," said Lindsey. However, The Marauders undefeated streak stopped when they met Miramonte. Miramonte, one of the top teams in Northern California, just squeaked by The Marauders in a 7-6 win. "They were a tough team, but I know we can beat them if we get the chance to play them again," said sophomore Michael Rossiter.

After facing top rated Miramonte, the Marauders entered one of the most prestigious frosh/soph water polo tournaments, hosted by Valley. After fighting valiantly, the Marauders took fifth place going4-1 in the tournament, losing to Rio in the quarterfinals. Sophomores Andrew Lindsey and Greg Ruiz are the leading goal scorers, and other starters include: Nick Pointer, Mike Wright, and Ryan Johnson. The Marauders have an exceptionally deep team, and competition for playing time is fierce. Stars from the bench include sophomores Michael Rossiter and Bryan Landgraf. Both players contribute consistently, scoring goals in each game. This team is quite strong, and next season don't be surprised to see another Section Championship pennant hanging on the gymwall.