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LACROSSE COMMITS
Determined Dowdy
BY SAWYER DAVIS
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The Maclay Lacrosse program has been one of Maclay’s most prestigious athletic programs ever since it started. The program has sent many players to the college level, a star-studded list which now includes senior John Adams Dowdy. On Oct.19, Dowdy announced his commitment to Division II Flagler College to extend his lacrosse career.
“In his sophomore season he really started to take over games,” Head Coach Justin VanTassel (VT) said. “That year we were definitely going to win state until the season got cut short, and he was a big part of that.”
Although Dowdy has not been a part of the Maclay lacrosse team for every year he’s been in high school, his contributions to the program as a midfielder have been extremely important to the team’s success over the years.
“He’s always ready to take whatever you throw at him,” junior Percy Roopnarine said. “He’s a genuine hard worker on and off the field.”
Dowdy’s impact towards the team extends beyond the field. His overall work ethic sets the tone for the rest of his teammates.
“John Adams is a great teammate that leads by example, and he is the hardest worker we have on the team. Everyone looks up to his toughness and willingness to go the extra mile,” VanTassel said.
This connection between Dowdy and his teammates and coaches not only helped them, but also helped Dowdy himself grow as a player himself.
“My coach VT helped push me to fight through hard times during the season, and Coach Boatfield helped me grind to get better in the weight room and helped me understand how to keep my focus,” Dowdy said. “My teammates have always supported me throughout my career.”
All of the trials and tribulations that John Adams pushed through with his teammates and coaches at Maclay ultimately helped create his opportunity to compete at the next level and make his decision to play at Flagler.
“I chose Flagler because it is close to home, it is close to the ocean and because I love the team’s attitude and the people’s personalities,” Dowdy said.
