The Lumberjack Soccer team has been turning heads this season with their impressive performances on the field, but what’s even more remarkable is the story behind their success and the special family culture that has developed. The team, led by head coach Shaun Wilson, has rallied together and shown incredible resilience in the face of adversity.
Coach Wilson, who previously served at Hermitage where he was quite successful, experienced a heartbreaking loss before the start of the season as his brother passed away. Despite the devastating news, Coach Wilson remained committed as ever to the season ahead.
His team took the news of Coach Wilson’s loss to heart, recognizing that they too had lost a member of their family. The team dedicated the season to Coach Wilson’s brother and showed their unwavering support for their coach and his family.
At their first game of the season, the Lumberjacks ran off the field and into the stands to hug Coach Wilson’s family just a day after his brother’s homegoing services. It was a moment that touched everyone’s heart, especially Coach Wilson’s mom and dad. The team had proven that they were willing to play for something bigger than just winning a championship – they played for each other.
Last week, during a crucial game against Hamburg, the Lumberjacks found themselves down 1-0. However, they refused to give up and rallied together to fight back. Cristian Sandoval scored a crucial goal in the second half, and his first instinct was to run to the sideline and dedicate the goal to Coach Wilson’s brother.
Coach Wilson says he could not be prouder of his team’s accomplishments and their unwavering support. He believes that their success is only the beginning and that the team has the potential to achieve even greater things. His message to his team is clear: keep believing.
“I want my team to know that I’m super proud of their accomplishments and can’t wait to see this thing to the end. This is just the beginning keep “BELIEVING” everything I told them would happen is happening.”
The Lumberjack Soccer team has proven that they are more than just a group of talented athletes – they are a family. Their resilience and unwavering support for each other in the face of adversity are a testament to the power of teamwork and dedication. Coach Wilson and his team have shown that even in the toughest of times, anything is possible when you believe in each other.