Despite suffering a loss against West Chester on Saturday, April 6, the Lakers hold a sturdy record of 9-2 overall.

Managing such an impressive record does not come easy, and senior Alisha Cantalino knows her team has fought hard to get where they are.

“We have an extremely young, but extremely talented team. Coming together has taken a little while, but we are finally getting into a flow on the field,” Cantalino said.

Having a strong connection to one another on and off the field has led to the Lakers keeping the season alive and thriving.
Dave Leisering photo: Senior Kayla Minner dodges Lake Erie College defenders on her way towards the goal on Wednesday, March 13.

“I think one of the greatest strengths we have is being able to read each other as players,” Cantalino
After losing to West Chester, 19-5 over the weekend, there is plenty of pressure on the Lakers to come back and secure a win in their next game.

“Clearly, we had a breakdown against West Chest, and the loss is certainly not an easy one to swallow,” said Cantalino. “The great thing about this team is that we are humble and will be taking this loss with a grain of salt, learn and move on.”

Coming back from a loss, although always difficult, presents an opportunity to learn and improve.
“The challenge is that we must look at not only individually what we did that was ineffective, but also together as a team,” said Cantalino. “It is not the easiest thing to pick out your own weaknesses, but in the end it will only make you a better player.”

Going into their game against Stroudsburg on Wednesday, April 10, the Lakers are ready to pounce on the chance for a win. “Although the loss was tough, it has brought us the opportunity to address some issues that have just been swept under the rug during our eight-game win streak,” said Cantalino. “I have great faith in this group of girls, and that we will come out on Wednesday passionate and ready to redeem ourselves.”