This September the Student Athlete of the month was named: Carly Acorn, the Captain of the Colonel Gray field hockey team! She was both “honored and surprised” to be the first student chosen for the 2023-2024 school year. Carly shared several tips, for fellow athletes and Colonels alike.
Everyone makes mistakes. Don’t be too hard on yourself if you mess up. Just keep playing the game and practicing.
Your team is there for you.
When you are feeling stressed or pressured, rely on them to help you push through.
If you currently are, or are looking to be the captain of a team,
remember to stay positive. You can be a leader, and a friend, both on and off the field.
Carly also reminds students that, though it is difficult, they need to ensure they balance going to practices and games, and still attending school and finishing assignments on time (check out our article on study tips for some great ideas!).
Carly Acorn expects to continue playing and loving field hockey. We can’t wait to see where she goes!
Written by: Arabella Slote
Photographed by: Ariel Wu
Interviewed by: Fiona Le
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