Left to Right
Row 1: Emily Morgan, Sonya Bright, Megan Frueh, Molly Jaeger, Taylor Lovick
Row 2: Ellie Cahill, Allyson Malone, Rachel Anderson, Cassidy Johnson, Sara Bichler,
Jordan Haag, Courtney Westover, Tess Lemcke
Row 3: Coach Pete Treinen, Coach Kurt Kliminski

Verona, WI- April 19, 2009- The Waunakee Wild U11 Girls started their season off with a bang by being the Champions for their division at the Reddan Spring Shootout. The Wild started the tournament on Friday facing the Yahara Black Thunder. Thanks to a rifle shot of a goal by Taylor Lovick, the team won in a shut-out victory, 1-0. Coach Pete Treinen said, “the girls have worked hard in the off-season and it is nice to see them come together as a team.”

Saturday started in a match against the Madison Regent Lynx. The Wild took control early on and scored two goals. The first was a targeted goal by Jordan Haag to the near post where it was beyond the goalieʼs reach. The second was a power kick by Rachel Anderson that proved too fast for the goalie to react. The Lynx were unable to score thanks to the quick reflexes of the Wildʼs goalkeeper, Megan Frueh.

Later that day, it was the Baraboo Flameʼs turn to face the Wild. The Flameʼs came out aggressive and scored one early goal. The Wild didnʼt let this phase them and answered with a goal by Courtney Westover. Midway through the second half, Taylor Lovick scored the go ahead goal. Thanks to the efforts of the Wildʼs defense, the Flames were unable to answer and the Wild won 2-1.

Sunday, cool weather met the Wild but that didnʼt seem to phase the team as they squared off against the Verona Sirens. Courtney Westover went far post to score the first goal. Shortly after that, Taylor Lovick blasted the ball past the goalie to put an exclamation mark on the tournament. The Wild won in another shutout.

This tournament marks the start of the Wild's season. They have eight games and two tournaments ahead of them. Coach Kurt Kliminski said, “This looks to be a very promising season for the Wild.”

Field Information for Spring 2009

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• NO PARKING ON ANY GRASS AREAS AT WESTPORT/DALEO
• OBSERVE THE NO PARKING SIGNS, EVEN WHEN DROPPING OFF AND PICKING UP CHILDREN
  
• PARK IN DESIGNATED PARKING AREAS ONLY 
  
• THE WESTPORT SOCCER AREA IS CLOSED AND NOT OPEN TO PLAY OR PRACTICE
• DRIVE CAREFULLY!

Chelsey Eley and Emma Grumke, current seniors at Waunakee High School, and two of the three captains for the upcoming Spring high school soccer season, signed letters of intent to attend Minnesota State University (NCAA Division II) in Mankato, MN, on Wednesday, February 4, at Waunakee High School, and play soccer for the Mavericks. Here are excerpts from the MSU press release on the two Warrior Women:

"Chelsey Eley, Goalkeeper, Waunakee, Wis., Waunakee High School

Eley will be entering her senior season this spring as the captain of the Waunakee Warriors. She has played her previous three seasons, starting her junior year. During her junior season, Eley started in goal all 25 games, logging 2030 minutes and posting a 22-2-1 record with 18 shutouts and a 0.44 goals against average. Her outstanding play led the Warriors to its first Division I state tournament appearance, finishing second. A Badger All-Conference First Team and all-area honorable mention member, while earning the goalkeeper excellence award. Helped the team to three straight conference championships and regional championships her freshman and junior seasons. She is an honor roll student and received the academic excellence award her junior year. Is the high school teammate of Maverick signee, Emma Grumke. The daughter of Kurt and Patty Eley. Intends to major in elementary education.

"A solid and experienced goalkeeper," McGahey said. "Chelsey's leadership and competitive personality will have a positive impact on our entire program."

Emma Grumke, Defender, Waunakee, Wis., Waunakee High School

Grumke will enter her senior season of high school soccer at Waunakee H.S. as the captain of the squad. An All-Badger Conference North Honorable Mention and named most improved player by her team during her junior season. That season, the team was sectional and regional champions, making the program's first appearance at the Division I state tournament, finishing as a runner-up. Helped the Warriors to three consecutive undefeated conference seasons, earning the title of conference champions. Has four goals in her high school career. Is on the high honor roll, a member of the National Honor Society and apart of the Badger Girls State Alternate. Is the high school teammate of Maverick signee, Chelsey Eley. The daughter of Dennis and Kathi Grumke. Intends to major in accounting.

''A very experienced defender who joins the Mavericks from the Waunakee Area Soccer Club," McGahey said. "Emma's composure on the ball and natural leadership skills will be great addition to our program.""

A full color version of the release can be found here: www.msumavericks.com/img/7db81d89577068df5f628b7dfb93ea05.pdf

Emma plays club soccer with the Waunakee Blaze, and Chelsey played last fall with the Madison 56ers U18 Red team after many years with the Waunakee Challenge.

Good luck, ladies!!

The Waunakee U11 Purple Storm finished in 1st place at The Rockford Dactyls Indoor Tournament held at the Wisconsin DellsCenter on Jan. 10th and 11th. The Storm went undefeated  beating The 56ers, Dactyls and Trevain soccer clubs.  Great Job Storm!