Coupeville Sports

May Rose

It’s a good thing the Coupeville High School girls’ soccer season ends before the calendar reaches late November.

Otherwise, Wolf freshman May Rose might have a really big scheduling problem.

“I’m really excited for November 22 because “Catching Fire” is finally coming out!,” said the dedicated “Hunger Games” fanatic.

A strong student, Rose may one day write her own best seller (“So far, English is my strongest subject. I love to write. I can easily work with words”). For now, she’s beginning to pen a success story on the pitch.

A fleet-footed forward, she is like a mirror image of Wolf star Makana Stone at times, streaking down the field with quick strides while challenging the backpedaling defenders with the ball.

Not bad for a track runner who had never previously played on a soccer squad.

“This is my first year playing soccer; I joined because I’ve always loved watching soccer, and I thought it would be a great sport to play,” Rose said. “Soccer comes with a lot of strategy and I love how the game works

“I enjoy how soccer brings people together to form a great team,” she added. “Soccer is a well known sport and I love all the different skills you can use during the game.”

Away from the field, Rose listens to a wide variety of music, from country to current pop hits. On the field, she’s working hard to fine-tune her skills so her play will sing a happy tune.

“Right now I have many areas to work on as a beginner,” Rose said. “So, for now I cannot say I have any strong strengths because I am yet still working to improve.

“My goals would to improve my shooting and foot work, throughout my high school year at CHS,” she added. “I would love to hit the crossbar on a PK!”

Rose plans to also play a sport in the spring, but has yet to decide if she’ll go with tennis or head back to the track.

“Running is a very strong part of my life,” she said. “I love to run.”

No matter what she chooses, Rose will have a strong support group to draw on.

“My friends have really impacted me a lot throughout my life,” Rose said. “They have always been there to support me and help me improve throughout the season.

“My family has always been there to watch the games and cheer the Wolves on,” she added. “No matter how late I get home my parents are always there, waiting to hear all about the game.”