Palm Springs proved to be an amazing venue for the Rosebuds to represent Pacific Northwest lacrosse. Although we started off the trip a little short handed with only 10 players from Portland, we were glad to accept 6 CC Lax players who flew all the way from Maryland to help us out. Natalie, Allie, Colleen, Courtney, Sam, and Madison were excellent additions to our team! 

Everyone from Rachael Jordan in the goal to Edna Waters playing low home had a great weekend exposed to some high level lacrosse, and putting up a fight of their own! Our group spanned 11 – 14 year olds, and for many was the first time they had gone on a trip like this without their families; but we supported and encouraged each other, played our hearts out, and ended up with 2 wins, a tie and a loss. Overall an superb weekend! In none of our games did we have fewer than 4 different scorers which showed great balance and teamwork from everyone on the field. We came up with huge interceptions, incredible blocks, forced turnovers, and beautiful transitions that looked more like a team that had played together for months than one who had only practiced 4 times. 

Each and every one of the Rosebuds gave it their all, and it showed itself on the field as we (unofficially) took 3^rd place and had a shot at the championship round! I can’t wait for next year when we will be more ready than ever, and Sandstorm won’t know what hit it! Watch out BearLax – here come the Rosebuds.