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October 7, 2011 Volume I, Issue 4   Home The athletic philosophy statement below was created last spring by the Athletic Advisory Committee composed of parents, trustees, faculty and coaches. We are grateful to everyone who came together to craft this philosophy, which is woven into every aspect of Agnes Irwin Athletics.    Athletic Philosophy Statement With a rich history of achievement, The Agnes Irwin School Athletics Program instills a life-long commitment to teamwork, leadership and reaching one’s personal best. Each athlete is guided in the transition from skill-building to mastery, solidifying a foundation of discipline, dedication, and confidence that fuels institutional pride and spirit. By providing a range of opportunities, our program supports the pre-collegiate athlete as well as the individual who aspires to continue a healthy lifestyle. The cornerstone of our philosophy centers on character, confidence, commitment and competitiveness.                                                                                                              - Adopted May 2011   Upper School Athletic News The fall season is a busy time with five varsity sports taking place. The teams have been working very hard and are near the midpoint of their seasons. Our varsity volleyball team is currently undefeated and is a very exciting team to watch. The soccer team has been plagued by injuries, but the girls continue to work hard and battle every opponent. Although they lost to Baldwin on Tuesday, they played a great second half, losing 5-4. Varsity field hockey has demonstrated excellent play in their last three games, beating both Springside and Baldwin, while losing to top-ranked Notre Dame 1-0. The tennis team continues to display their strong skills on the court and, as of yesterday, has a record of 7-3. The cross country team continues to excel – recently defeating Episcopal Academy. Their only league loss to date was against top-ranked Notre Dame. The team has also participated in a few top-notch races –  most recently The Paul Short Invitational at Lehigh University last Friday. Running against as many as 45 schools in the White Division, the AIS runners placed fourth; Christina Wusinich, 6th overall in 19:48, and Vivian Hastings placed 19th in a time of 20:09. I encourage you to come support the girls by cheering them on from the sidelines.   Middle School Volleyball Update The Middle School volleyball teams hosted Baldwin for their season opener on Monday. Both teams were so excited to begin playing matches. The varsity team jumped out early in their first game with effective serving to take the lead. Baldwin rallied a comeback to make the game close. AIS pulled ahead in the first game and finished with a 25-18 win. In the second game, AIS played each point with terrific teamwork to gain the lead early. The team never looked back and finished the second game 25-11 to win their first match of the season. The JV volleyball team began their season with energy and enthusiasm capturing their first game of the match 25-18. In the second game, Baldwin broke open the lead with a serving run. AIS mounted a strong comeback, but was not able to overcome the deficit, loosing 17-25. The third game, a nail bitter, showed outstanding team performances. The teams traded leads, but AIS broke open with a serving run to win their first match 2-1. Both teams are looking forward to a successful and exciting season.   Physical Education News   As the 3rd and 4th grade PE classes bring their Field Hockey Unit to a close, senior Captains, Emily Wetz and Ellen Thorburn stopped by to visit the 4th Grade PE class today. Emily and Ellen showed the girls some of their skills and the 4th grade had a chance to ask the girls some questions. It was a great day for all. Go Irwins! Click for Athletics Schedules Hotline: (610) 672-1260 Win an Athletics Jacket Like AIS Athletics on Facebook and/or start following us on Twitter today to be entered in a drawing to win an AIS Athletics jacket. The winners will be announced at the Bonfire on November 10th!   Kasey Brown (center), the sixth-ranked pro squash player in the world, paid a visit to fifth-grader Emily Coyne's English class this week. Students had the chance to practice their interviewing skills as they met with the 26 year-old champion who hails from Australia. Ms. Brown, who is staying with the Coynes this week as she competes in the U.S. Open in squash, won her semi-final match Wednesday night and will compete on Thursday night for the first-place title. "I was really impressed with the kids' questions," spoke Kasey, who posed with the students at the world map; Kasey's career has taken her to nearly every continent in the world.   NEW 6TH - 12TH GRADES LACROSSE CLINIC: Click Here for more details and an application form for the Haverford Women's Lacrosse Clinic to be held at Haverford College on Sunday October 16. 1ST - 6TH GRADES BASKETBALL CLINICS: Click Here for more details and an application form for the Haverford College Fall Basketball Clinics to be held at Haverford College on Sundays October 23, 20 and November 6. 3RD & 4TH GRADE FIELD HOCKEY & LACROSSE: Come join Mrs. Kane in Extra Session for some field hockey and lacrosse fun!!!!! Basic skills and fundamentals will be taught throughout the weeks. Field Hockey is held on Wednesday and Lacrosse on Thursday.  More details   7TH & 8TH GRADE INJURY PREVENTION PROGRAM: • Tues/Wed - 7:40 am in the MS/US gym • Thurs/Fri - 8:10 am in the MS/US gym 9TH - 12TH GRADES LACROSSE CLINIC: Click here for information on the Northern Exposure Lacrosse Clinic to be held at St. Joseph’s University on Sunday, October 23.