Progress!

Yesterday the girls faced Moorestown for the second time this season. Even though we loss 4-0, I couldn't have been more prouder of them. They played incredibly well, and showed how much potential they have. Our JV also had a great game fighting hard the whole way.

Monday we have Pennsauken another tough opponent. Since we play them on Monday, we are having another VOLUNTARY practice tomorrow at 8am. If you can make it, please do so. However this is not an excuse to get out of other obligations. The practice will be from 8-9 and we will simply be playing a pick up game. So get ready to play against (or with) your coaches!

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. ~Aristotle

Staying Positive

Varsity had a tough loss today to Gloucester City. The girls fought hard, and we can definitely see improvements. We're all excited and pumped up for our rematch against Moorestown. So hopefully see you all tomorrow!

A special Congrats to our JV for another fantastic win, you girls are killing it!

A special Thanks to the Muscavages for hosting the pasta party last night. Thank you so much the girls had a great time!

Great Day to be a Greyhound!!!!

Another awesome, productive day. The girls increased their win streak to 3 defeating BCIT Medford 6-0. Even more awesome is that in this win we had 6 different goal scorers! However the girls still know that it takes a lot for me to be satisfied so we used this game as an opportunity to keep on growing. They did a great job and it's so cool to already see how far they've come in only a few short weeks.

GAME ADDED!!!
Due to our Monday game being cancelled this week, we have added a NEW game to our schedule. We will now be playing THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 27th versus Gloucester City at 3:45. That means our pasta party is now moved to Wednesday at the Muscavages.

Another reminder that apparel order forms AND money are due Friday. No late acceptances allowed.

Lastly, a much appreciated Thank you to the Paynes for the delicious caramel apples that they provided to the entire team. Thank you!!!

Stronger

The girls had another productive practice. They are continuing to get the concepts the coaches give to them. Although there are times of frustration (between the girls and the coaches!) they fight through and continue to try their hardest. Your dedication will show through tomorrow girls!

For those of you that might have been absent. At practice today we finally got our apparel forms. The forms AND money are due THIS FRIDAY. The sooner we get our forms and money in, the sooner we get our clothes! If you need a form please see me.

Just another reminder that on Thursday we are having a pasta party at the Muscavages. Seniors are responsible for sides, Juniors: drinks, Sophomores: desserts, Freshmen: Drinks or dessert.

We are away tomorrow at BCIT in Medford. The bus will be leaving AT 2:45, remember to bring your  away (blue) uniforms. The team is wearing the skirts (as long as they are not hiked up!) and a black top to school.

We all have ability. The difference is how we use it.

Stevie Wonder

Moorestown Friends-2 Northern Burlington-3

Yesterday the girls got their 3rd win of the season to bring the team record up to .500! They converted some good goals and held on to the win despite playing down a player for several minutes. Our JV team also won yesterday beating Moorestown Friends 2-1. They are having an awesome season and it's SO COOL to see everyone improving!

Now for some housekeeping notes...
Our game on monday versus Pemberton is CANCELLED. We are only supposed to play them once in a season so we are keeping our senior night game. Even though Monday's game is cancelled we will continue to have the voluntary practice on Sunday at 11am. I hope all that are able to, do come out, it will be a fun practice and a good chance for you all to increase your level of play by playing with or against your coaches.

Our game on tuesday now is Varsity AND JV. BCIT now has a enough for a JV game so everyone travels!

On Wednesday is the College Recruiting Night. This will be a great night for those of you interested in playing any sport in college. You will be informed on what to expect and how to better prepare yourself for this process. I highly recommend anyone even remotely interested in playing in college to attend this function.

The Muscavages will be hosting a team pasta party on Thursday after practice. We will cover what needs to be brought later in the week.

A very late but needed THANK YOU goes to the Irelands for hosting the team pasta party last Thursday. You did a great job and the girls said it was delicious! Thank you!!!

I hope you all enjoy the rest of your weekend, and see most of you girls tomorrow!

Hounds-2 Township-0

The girls got their second win this season! They played a strong 60 minutes. Britany Hafner got a well-deserved shutout. And goals from Nicki Kotelnicki and Danielle Pandl were awesome! I was extremely proud of the girls today, however we still have room to grow and won't be satisfied until we've reached our goals.

Our JV also had an awesome game today. They came out dominating with goals from Courtney Nutt, Jenna Ferrell, and Katie Ireland. Marilyn Tartaglia got the shut out for the JV.

Both teams played well, and made me proud to be a Hound! Good Job girls and get prepared for a tough game against Moorestown Friends!

Reminders

Hey girls,

Obviously practice was cancelled today, due to factors beyond my control. However a few little reminders for tomorrow...

Varsity/JV: we are AWAY tomorrow at Burlington Twp. The bus leaves AT 2:45 so make sure all equipment and bodies are on the bus by that time. Also all away games you are to do buddy bags (sorry for posting this late, so hopefully you all remembered!)

Freshmen: you are HOME tomorrow vs Burlington Twp. Make sure you have your white Jerseys.

Everyone: On Thursday Katie Ireland is having a pasta party at her house. Everyone is of course invited. If going, Seniors are in charge of drinks, Juniors: desserts, Sophomores: chips, sides etc, Freshmen: talk with each other 2 or 3 of you bring bread, the rest bring drinks. And if you are doing the walk-a-thon bring your $15 in TOMORROW!

I hope everyone faired well with the storm, I barely got hit with anything so I hope the same goes for you all. See you all tomorrow and BEAT TOWNSHIP!!!!!

Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it. George Halas

Thank you MS'ers!

We had a great day at Northern Burlington field hockey. The team welcomed our middle schoolers and got to know them a bit better. The middle schoolers were taught by our awesome High Schoolers and I think a lot was learned on both sides! The girls also did a hard conditioning but stuck it out, and I think have a new found hatred for Burlington Twp :) Great job to everyone today!!!

Girls: Katie Ireland has graciously opened up her home to have a pasta party Thursday after practice. I will fill you in on the details tomorrow, but a heads up and keep those stomachs empty on thursday!

Defeat is not the worst of failures. Not to have tried is the true failure.

George E. Woodberry

V-I-C-T-O-R-Y

The team got our first win today over Pennsauken 2-1. Nikki Kotelnicki scored both goals and we got some impressive play by our underclassmen. However it was a team effort and the girls agree that as soon as they started playing together that was when the game turned around. I am proud of their resiliency to keep fighting after being down 1-0. That type of attitude is essential in close games. 

Tomorrow we begin to prepare for our game versus RV on Friday. I'm pretty sure the girls are just as excited as I am, and I know that if we play our game the way we can, we'll have win #2 under our belts.

Thank you to all who came out to support today and I hope to see you all on Friday!

"When you have prepared and the opportunity presents itself, victory is close by; determination will lead you to it. "

Way to prepare girls! Now lets do it again Friday!

Learning Experiences

We had a tough loss yesterday to Holy Cross in overtime. However as much as it stung, the girls truly have come a long way. We are still no where near where we want to be, but the girls continue to improve everyday and that is something we continually strive for. Tomorrow we face Pennsauken in our first home game of the season; the team, coaches, and I are extremely excited to play on our own field. I think the girls are ready for their first win and have the hunger to do so tomorrow.

Girls: a reminder to bring in you $15 if you are participating in the walk-a-thon by THURSDAY. You can give your registration in to Jacquie K, Meghin, or Danielle.

A special thanks goes out to the Kotlenicki's for hosting the team Pasta party tonight. The girls had a wonderful time and the food was delicious!

"Simply wanting to win means nothing. Dedication, determination, hard work and heart gets it done!" Unknown

Team BBQ Fun

Hello Northern players, family, and friends! Thank you to all who came out to the team BBQ today. It was awesome to meet a lot of the family, of these wonderful girls! A special thanks goes to Mr. Kelly for bringing his grill and cooking up those delicious burgers and hot dogs. It wouldn't have been a BBQ without a grill!

Varsity and JV: please wear your blue jerseys on monday and remember to do your Buddy Bags. We will be leaving school at 2:45, so make all the equipment is picked up, we left WAY too late on thursday, lets get to Holy Cross at a reasonable time.

Freshmen: you have practice on monday from 2:45-3:30 so make the proper arrangements for rides.

Everyone: We will be having a team pasta party on Tuesday at the Kotelnicki's after practice. A list will be hung up on the bulletin on what to bring on Monday.

Again thank you to everyone who attended the BBQ! I hope you enjoy the pictures!

Northern Burlington-1 Moorestown-8

So we finished our first game as a team. Not exactly the start we wanted, but the girls were able to maintain some of the goals they established in the preseason. We'll continue to stay positive, and focus on what we need to work on. The girls know their weaknesses and will work on building on that. Way to stay positive today girls and fight to the final whistle! Also congrats to Danielle Pandl on her goal!

"You have no choices about how you lose, but you do have a choice about how you come back and prepare to win again." ~ Pat Riley

Mow Down Mo'Town!!!

First off, Congrats to our seniors for finishing their LAST preseason at Northern! That's a feat you should be proud of! Another congrats to our Preseason Olympic winning team... NETHERLANDS! They almost always took gold in the dress up and did well with team challenges.

So now that preseason is over, we begin our exciting season. The girls and I have high hopes for this season and know that with a positive attitude and a good work ethic we can achieve our goals. Tomorrow our season starts with Moorestown. We are excited for a tough game against them and embrace our underdog status with the hopes of an upset. I hope all the girls get a good nights sleep for their first day of school as well as their first game!

Parents, as a reminder, we have our team BBQ on Saturday from 11-1. If all the parents could arrive at 10:45, I would like to have an extremely brief meeting with you all to formally introduce myself. I hope you all can make it! (And girls please remind your parents if they don't read the blog!)

Thank you everyone for your support of the team during preseason! I am sure your support will continue throughout our season, and look forward to seeing you all on the sidelines. Go Hounds!!!!

Below are pictures from our last dress up day...

 Germany

 Argentina

 Japan

Netherlands

Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence.~ Vince Lombardi

Practice is INSIDE Today

Girls practice will be inside today so please bring your sneakers and an extra sock to put on your stick (just incase). We will be doing uniforms and a team meeting from 2:45-4:15. Then practice in the West gym from 4:15-5:30. Please have your parents plan on picking you up at 5:30. See you all then!

Reminders

Hey Girls!

I hope everyone had a nice relaxing Labor Day weekend! Just a few reminders...

Tomorrow we scrimmage West Windsor Plainsboro North. The bus will be leaving at 2:30. So far the weather doesn't look so nice, so keep checking the blog to see if the scrimmage is still on.

If you haven't already done so, please give me a head count for how many in your family will be attending our Team BBQ, this Saturday.

And lastly, our LAST dress-up day will be Super heroes. The coaches will be judging the best individual outfit, so go crazy! (Creativity is DEFINITELY encouraged!)

I hope you all get a good nights rest, and get ready to play!

"One man can be a crucial ingredient on a team, but one man cannot make a team." ~ Kareem Abdul-Jabbar