Hamilton girls - Departing Coach Andrew Baker
HAMILTON, Ind. -- (Updated 5/9) Last season the Marines managed just a 3-21 docket (3-13 vs. varsity teams and 0-8 vs. JV teams.) Good Varsity Club member reports nearly every facet of the game was a challenge, but especially scoring. Three seniors depart, and with them goes much of the 25PPG the team averaged. Put simply, this is a unique situation. Low numbers and low expectations when it comes to wins. Good kids, good community, good admin all reported. Just not a lot of athletic success. Building enthusiasm and creating an environment where the team can enjoy the sport in spite of being outmanned in nearly every outing may be the goal here. Next year will be another rough one, however, Varsity Clubber reports two factors on the horizon that might alter the Marine landscape in the coming years. Number one the middle school team went 6-7 last year, and while that may not see like great guns, it is a far cry better than typical feeder teams of the past. Plus, and this is not to be understated, this record was compiled against real schools and their ‘A’ teams. The fact that this group held its own against a regular docket of teams is something to build upon. The number two issue is that Hamilton will begin play in the Hoosier Plains Conference next fall. Schools include Bethany Christian, Elkhart Christian, Lakeland Christian, South Bend Career Academy, and Trinity Greenlawn. All things considered, it will take a dedicated individual to command these Marines. Teaching jobs are limited - HS English and Eled
