By Christian Yosef
Elm Staff Writer
Feeling lazy, tired, or stressed out? Join the club. Washington College hosts club sports that allow students to get outside of the classroom, onto the field, and work out some aggression.
Many club sports are offered during the spring semester, and it is not too late to join.
Women’s Club Lacrosse: Women’s Club Lacrosse meets one to two times a week. Students do not need any experience to play, but “that shouldn’t deter them from joining,” senior Amy Akell, club president, said. “If you have never played lacrosse, extra sticks will be available so that new players won’t be pressured into buying gear.”
The season just started so there have not been any games yet. Playing lacrosse here at WC gives students the opportunity to meet new people and learn the sport or to continue playing. “You can join a sport that does not take up all of your time,” she said.
If you have any interest in Women’s Club Lacrosse, contact Akell at aakell2@washcoll.edu.
Men’s Club Lacrosse: Men’s Club Lacrosse practices two to three times a week, and has at least one game every weekend in the spring semester. They don’t require players to have any previous experience before joining, but equipment is “bring your own.” They play against other teams in the National College Lacrosse League such as the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Stevenson, Cabrini, the University of Maryland, and many others. The team has a double header the Saturday after spring break, March 24, against Old Dominion University and George Mason University.
“We highly encourage students to come out and support our team,” said senior Nicholas Totis, club president.
To join up, email Totis at ntotis2@washcoll.edu.
Co-ed Soccer: This year the Soccer Club has three games against St. Mary’s, Haverford, and Villanova with a possible fourth against Salisbury. The team practices three times a week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 4-6 p.m.
“Club soccer is a great club to join because it allows you to play at a level that is more competitive and structured than IM soccer, but is less commitment than varsity,” junior Trae Hoffner, club president, said. “This season should be fun as we are fielding a very competitive team with every member pushing each other in practice.”
The team’s trip to Haverford will be a huge test for the club but Hoffner said he is sure the game will be close. If interested in joining, email Hoffner at thoffner2@washcoll.edu.
Co-ed Water Polo: “My friend, John Kim, and I were able to start a Club Water Polo team here at WC and we are excited for students to have a great time playing this amazing sport,” sophomore Brook Yimer said.
The team will practice on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7-8p.m.
“The only requirements for joining Club Water Polo is you have to be a great swimmer that can float well.”
Yimer’s email is byimer2@washcoll.edu.
Women’s Rugby: Women’s Rugby meets every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 5-7 p.m. There is no experience needed and the team welcomes anyone to join.
“Everyone will enjoy rugby because this sport taught me how to be persistent, how to communicate with others, and how to be a great team leader,” sophomore Alicia Vasquez, club president, said.“There is no specific body type, no specific skills required, every single person is a valuable part of the team.”
Vasquez’s email is avasquez2@wascholl.edu.
Men’s Rugby: “I would say that [Men’s Club Rugby] is for everyone. You don’t need to be a big brusiser to play the sport,” junior David Mulhearn, club president, said.
Rugby has 15 positions on the field and half of them are played by smaller, faster people, so there are opportunities for all kinds of players. Men’s Rugby will play “7’s” this semester, which is a smaller-scale rugby match that is geared for the smaller back players, but forwards are welcome as well.
Contact Mulhearn by email at dmulhearn2@washcoll.edu.
Women’s Volleyball: As a just recently re-instated club, Women’s Volleyball Club is open to students of all skill level to learn and play competitive volleyball. The team practices two to three times a week for an hour and a half. “Playing games and drills that are fun for all,” said sophomore Samantha Snyder, club president.
The team has scheduled two tournaments this semester.
“Our team is made up of girls from all different backgrounds. When I started the club, no one really knew each other and now we are becoming a close knit team who looks forward to Monday and Wednesday night practices,” she said.
Contact Snyder at ssnyder5@washcoll.edu.