CHS welcomes a new season of Boys Varsity Falcon soccer. The team returns to the pitch, fresh off their state championship win last season.  After graduating a starting line-up comprised mostly of seniors, the team is in a rebuilding phase with younger players and only five seniors. Three returning varsity players, junior Nate Wallace, and sophomores Hunter Tromly and Chris Prettyman answered pressing questions for this season.

Q: What are your expectations this season, after winning the state championship last season?

A: “We lost a lot of seniors, so we need to find more leadership. This is a rebuilding year, but we still have quality players,” Wallace said.

Q: What is a favorite memory the team still shares?

A: “Bus rides home after a win. The energy is always high after a win,” Prettyman said.

Q: What do you think your biggest skill is on the pitch?

A: “I can slip the ball through anyone’s legs quickly and keep moving up the field,” Tromly said.

Q: How do you handle pressure during a match?

A: “Just take a deep breath and get hype. Match the pressure with energy,” Wallace said.

Q: Does the team have any pre-game rituals?

A: “No, but we have a post game ritual of drinking chocolate milk after any win, loss, or tie,” Wallace said.

Q: What do you love most about playing on the team?

A: “Becoming a better player and developing my skills; I want to be leader n the team,” Tromly said.

Q: What school would you say is the biggest threat?

A: ” Definitely the Kellam Knights, ” Wallace, Tromly, and Pretttyman said.

Q: What sets our school apart from other teams?

A: “We have more grit and passion than anybody else. As a younger team we will only be better,” Wallace said.

Q: How do you relax after a big game?

A: “Just shower and go to bed,” Tromly said.

A: “Go to Wendy’s, ” Wallace said..

Q: Finally, what do you have to say to fans expecting big things for this season?

A: “Big things will come with time,” Wallace said.