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Goal! - Interview with a Girls Varsity Soccer Player
By Kristen Wichman ‘26
Edited by Jessica Yep ‘25
Now that the girls’ soccer team season is in full swing, The Talon has decided to check in with the Chaminade Varsity Girls Soccer Team who is under the instruction of Coach Mike Evans. Today, The Talon has the privilege of interviewing Ileana Burton ’26 regarding her thoughts on the 2024-2025 Soccer Season.
Q: How is the soccer season going thus far?
A: While we may have started off a little rough this season with a few losses, that in no means determines the future of our season. We are a great team this year and I believe we can accomplish a lot this season!
Q: What position do you play?
A: Right Back/Midfield
Q: What do your practices look like?
A: Practices are usually used to work on some of the little things that could benefit us in a game, like set pieces, how we transition, and how we should shape ourselves in certain situations. During practice we also will usually scrimmage against each other or work on passing or shooting. Practices can also be seen as a time for us to bond and connect with each other so that way not only are we truly becoming a Chaminade family, but we are also enhancing the chemistry we have when we play together.
Q: How much time do you dedicate to this sport?
A: From September to November, I dedicate about 11 hours a week to soccer (club season). From December to February, I dedicate about 9.5 hours (high school season). And finally, from March to August I dedicate about 13 hours a week (club tournament season).
Q: How does your sport affect school and your personal life?
A: Sports are a very big commitment and while I am able to find a balance between playing soccer, doing well and school, and having a good social life, it doesn’t come easy. However, after you find that balance, it does get easier to do what you need to do.
Q: What is one word to describe the Girls Varsity Soccer Team?
A: Family
Thanks to Ileana for giving her insight on the Varsity Girls Soccer team and season. Make sure to wish them luck on their next game on Saturday, December 14th in Claremont!
By Kristen Wichman ‘26
Edited by Jessica Yep ‘25
Now that the girls’ soccer team season is in full swing, The Talon has decided to check in with the Chaminade Varsity Girls Soccer Team who is under the instruction of Coach Mike Evans. Today, The Talon has the privilege of interviewing Ileana Burton ’26 regarding her thoughts on the 2024-2025 Soccer Season.
Q: How is the soccer season going thus far?
A: While we may have started off a little rough this season with a few losses, that in no means determines the future of our season. We are a great team this year and I believe we can accomplish a lot this season!
Q: What position do you play?
A: Right Back/Midfield
Q: What do your practices look like?
A: Practices are usually used to work on some of the little things that could benefit us in a game, like set pieces, how we transition, and how we should shape ourselves in certain situations. During practice we also will usually scrimmage against each other or work on passing or shooting. Practices can also be seen as a time for us to bond and connect with each other so that way not only are we truly becoming a Chaminade family, but we are also enhancing the chemistry we have when we play together.
Q: How much time do you dedicate to this sport?
A: From September to November, I dedicate about 11 hours a week to soccer (club season). From December to February, I dedicate about 9.5 hours (high school season). And finally, from March to August I dedicate about 13 hours a week (club tournament season).
Q: How does your sport affect school and your personal life?
A: Sports are a very big commitment and while I am able to find a balance between playing soccer, doing well and school, and having a good social life, it doesn’t come easy. However, after you find that balance, it does get easier to do what you need to do.
Q: What is one word to describe the Girls Varsity Soccer Team?
A: Family
Thanks to Ileana for giving her insight on the Varsity Girls Soccer team and season. Make sure to wish them luck on their next game on Saturday, December 14th in Claremont!
