By: Isa Fischer ’26

As we wrapped up our final hockey game of the season, I reflect on these past few months, our team, and the memories we’ve created together. We started this year off with two goalies and five players at school, only three of whom were here last year, and we gradually gained girls as we neared the beginning of hockey season, and even afterwards. We were a new team both to each other and to Hebron Academy. Most of us started this season barely knowing one another but, after working with each other day after day, both in the rink and out, to call any member of our team a stranger is about as far from the truth as it is possible to get. Each moment we shared brought our team closer together, whether it be singing in the locker room before games, being stranded outside the closed rink in the cold, or coach Dumais telling us “skibidi,” on multiple occasions. Throughout our whole season, injuries and sickness kept sweeping across our team, but, after every setback, we got back up and kept working hard. Everything we experienced together and each person on our team played an important role in creating a season to be proud of, even if the scoreboard didn’t always agree. This year was not easy, but working together, we were all able to improve so next year will be even better, go Jacks!

To our amazing captains, Belle and Kiera: we are all going to miss you so much, and we wish you both the best wherever you end up next year.

By: Emma Frumiento ’25

Hebron Academy girls lacrosse had an exciting season this year! The girls varsity lacrosse team gained many new members, who had formerly participated in club lacrosse outside of school, which greatly impacted the teams success.  Additionally two new coaches, specializing in lacrosse and functional strength training, were hired to lead the girls.  With new talent and experienced coaches, the Hebron Girls Varsity Lacrosse team was well equipped for a successful season.

After a few weeks of practice, team captains were nominated and voted on.  Coaches and players appointed three junior class members, Annie F. ‘25, Tessa S. ‘25, and Emma F. ‘25 to lead the team this past season. The teams first game was against rival school Kents Hill.  The girls wanted to start their season with a win, and, appropriately, they also wanted to crush their rival school.  As goals were scored, the girls realized their season’s potential.  Having completed only a few practices, the Hebron team came out with the win.  Excited, the girls rang the victory bell in front of many parents and fans.More games were played, and the girls sat at 3-0 half way through their season. The next game would break their streak and bring a tough loss to the team’s record, but it only seemed to strengthen the team when they came back to win the next game they played.   

With the playoff season coming, the girls were seeded first, meaning they would play the four seed, Hyde School in the MAISAD semi-finals.  The girls went into the game confident in their ability and it showed on the scoreboard as they won at home 12-2.  A few practices later, the team played in the finals, but they were missing a few players.  Two Midfielders would not be playing; Sammy J. ‘26 was out with a concussion and Emma F. ‘25 would be away.  Additionally Athina N. ‘28 who is a strong defender was also out with a concussion.  Being down three players, the girls still fought hard and gave it their all; however, they came up just short and lost 4-7 to Kents Hill.  Despite the loss in the finals, the girls lacrosse team had the best record they have had in years.  The girls had fun, brought the energy, and won games, leading them to a very successful season and they hope to bring home the championship next year

By Hayden Plimley ‘24 and Krum Tsvetkov ‘25

The first time I ever picked up a lacrosse stick was this year, a week before spring break. I had mixed feelings about the sport because I have always been a football player and trying out a new sport so late seemed strange. The moment we started practicing, I realized that lacrosse is amazing and I was delighted to play for Hebron. On the other hand, a lot of us had never picked up a stick in our lives, so everyone knew that it wasn’t going to be an easy season. And this was proven by our season’s rough start and winning only 1 out of 6 games. Yes, we know it is not a pretty statistic to look at, but we are all looking forward to the remainder of the season. With Marquis Prater’s tremendous skills in the goal and  Ronan Newell’s great faceoff work and quick feet to give us the opportunity to gain possession, we feel like we can accomplish anything. 

As the season has come to an end, the amount of losses don’t represent the efforts of the team overall. Despite having only one win in overtime against Gould, the season has been relatively successful in terms of effort, considering the lack of experience with many of the players who picked up a stick only a few months ago. Standout players included Marquis Prater, Ronan Newell, Gabe Cote, and Joey Gualtieri. Sadly, the season came to an end in a tight 9-6 loss against Hyde in the MAISAD semi-finals. However, Coach Jack Sweeney looks forward to turning over the page next year, as a handful of recruits are expected to come and help the team on its way to being competitive in NEPSAC.

By: Valentina Jeronimo ’26

From running in the crispy weather of fall to running in the frigid winter, our cross country team showed remarkable dedication and effort this season; our team with more than 10 runners showed encouraging behavior with each other and our endeavor allowed us to progress through the whole period. More importantly, our coach, Coach Prince, made sure each of us had an exceptional season and pushed us to bring out the best of us in every race and practice and we thank him for that. We started off every practice with a 1200m warm up and drills to stretch, then, depending on each of our health conditions we either ran on the trails or did the bike inside. Days before the race the team worked on cardio exercises and our couch made sure we got enough rest for the race the next day.

All the dedication and effort our team has made this season has been reflected by achieving a remarkable 2nd place in the MAISADS championship against Kents hill, Gould, Hyde and Bradford Christian Academy. I am very proud to say I was part of this team and I am pleased with my result but more importantly with the result of all of my teammates. The team would also like to thank Ms. D or Ms. Desmond for taking care of us and looking after us this season; from all the taping she did, to all of us who she sent to the bike and to all of us who she put up to every day in her office saying “I don’t want to do cross country today.” Thank you.

And for the last time we can shout:

Jacks on me Jacks on three…. One..Two..Three… JACKS!!!!

Roster:

Michael Boardman ‘27

James (Quin) Doyle ‘26

Guadalupe (Lupe) Fernandez-Irurzum ‘26

Perrin Gill ‘28

Conlin Goodwin ‘27

Valentina (Val) Jeronimo ‘26

Eliot Kamula ‘25

Donghyun (David) Lee ‘28

Finn Miller ‘28

Martha Morril ‘24

Robert (Roby) Schroder ‘24

James Young ‘24

By: Ryan Johnston ’24

Often when looking at sports programs you may notice the star athletes, possibly the clean jerseys the team wears, or the coaches. However, behind it all are the athletic trainers that make sure those athletes stay on the field in those fashionable jerseys and they definitely keep the coaches in check. At Hebron it is no different, Ms Raymond, who unchoicefully goes by Ms. D or Ms. Desmos keeps all the sports teams in line and healthy. Whether it be one of the Soccer players trying to get out of running sprints or another one of the countless Hockey injuries she is always there to fix you up and pester you about doing your rehab. However, she doesn’t limit herself to getting mad at the players, the coaches get their fair share of her thoughts. Although Ms. D is able to see through everyone’s antics and is happy to voice her opinions on it, she is always there for everyone. Her door is always open and practically everyday students will come to her for any range of help whether it be advice in personal life to being taped up for practice or just to grab ice and say “hi”. I personally account for many visits for all varieties and I know many others can as well. 

So from Hebron Academy to you Ms Raymond(Desmos), Thank you for everything you do and have done for our community.

Pictured above: Previous assistants to the athletic trainer- Nick Theodos ’23, Anthony Lombardo ’23, Noah Parmenter ’24, and Ms. Raymond (Ms. D)

By: Caden Dufour ’24

Photo credit: Blake Tripp ‘24 
The Hebron 2022-2023 Basketball team started the season with high hopes and a willingness to give it their all on the court. The team, day in and day out, put in their hardest effort at practice, always going the extra step to improve their skills. When asked about the team, the 6’6 senior from Georgia, Giorgi Maglaperidze said, “the team chemistry has come a long way from the start. We are starting to know each other’s strengths and weaknesses each game, connecting on a more personal level as a full team.” The number of basketball players was scarce, with only thirteen team members due to injuries in the season. However, these players were extremely dedicated to achieving excellence. Coach Amory Weld said, “this team has come a long way; towards the beginning of the season, games weren’t competitive, and teams had already marked Hebron as a win on their schedule. But as the games continued, the team found a spark. Making games extremely close, losing in the final seconds of numerous games.” As the mighty Lumberjacks reach the season’s final two games, the expectation for a win is unprecedented. The 5’9 senior, Corey Garvin, is “willing to do whatever it takes” to produce a win for the season and finish the season on a positive note.

By: Kaan Usular ’23

“If you want to blame someone, look in the mirror.” – Coach Vining

The coach and the players shape the mentality of the team. It has only been two years since I started playing football, and it is not that hard to see why team sports are a growth place for everyone who participates. Every year has a different story but only one thing always continues to be the same: Ambition to win. 

At Hebron Academy, I had a chance to play football for two Fall trimesters. In these two different years, I observed what elements make the spirit of the team. In 2021, we only had one win and this year we only had one loss. But why? Every individual person has a purpose in the football team even if they don’t play as much as they want to. They are all part of the team. We almost won all the games we played because teammates who didn’t play were giving water, screaming, and supporting the team every single minute. Every time a player made a mistake, there was a stronger connection to support and to keep going after those mistakes. I experienced that feeling in depth. I’m an offensive and defensive line. There was one rule that I’ve forgotten every time. An interior lineman in a two-point stance can shift and go in motion – as long as he never puts his hand on or near the ground. When I put my hand on the ground, I cannot lift it again. I had a flag four times because of the adrenaline that I felt inside my body. I wanted to crash every defensive line that played against me. I did it because there was no fear. 

All those long bus rides with Royce, winning or losing with my teammates, and the feeling of brotherhood. I will never forget the effort we all put into games that bring the championship to Hebron. 

Family on me, family on three, 1, 2, 3 FAMILY!!!!