Page 12 • December 14, 2023 • The Other Paper
SPORTS
COURTESY PHOTOS
Above: Lemar Baxter Left: Javen Sears, Romeo Anthony and Rene LaBerge Below: Donovan Hatin and Jay’min Lyman-Cobbs
SB Dolphins celebrate season at awards event In a display of talent and achievement, the South Burlington Dolphins capped off a stellar year with their end-of-the-year awards event at the Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center’s film room this past week. The Dolphins and their supporters celebrated the football season and the cheer team. Amid applause and cheers, the Dolphins expressed gratitude to the coaches and players who contributed to this year’s season. The highlight of the night was the prestigious Ricky Crouch Award, an annual honor bestowed upon deserving athletes. This award provides scholarships to a select few, enabling them to attend the Vermont all-star football camp for free — an initiative that supports individuals in need
of financial assistance. Named after the late Ricky Crouch, a beloved member of the Dolphins family who tragically died on the eve of his race car driving career, the award symbolizes resilience and commitment. “The Dolphins look forward to building on this year’s triumphs and are excited about the prospects of the upcoming season,” said Dolphins coach Javen Sears. “The event truly encapsulated the spirit of community, camaraderie and a shared passion for sports.” The Dolphins offer young athletes free weight lifting and resistance training sessions every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:306:30 p.m., as well as Saturdays from 10 a.m.-noon, from December to May. Contact sbdolphins@ gmail.com for more details.
Wolves’ season underway LAUREN READ CORRESPONDENT
Boys’ hockey
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South Burlington 8, Burlington 2: The South Burlington boys’ ice hockey team opened its season with a convincing win over Burlington on Saturday, Dec. 9. Trey Smith scored and had two assists for the Wolves (1-0), while Jules Butler, Nick Kelly, Lucas Van Mullen and Miles Van Mullen each added a goal and an assist. Colby Reagan, Zach Rublee and Hayden Nelson each chipped in a goal for the South Burlington offense.
James Chagnon stopped 11 shots in goal.
Girls’ hockey Burlington/Colchester 3, South Burlington 2: South Burlington surrendered a goal in the second period to break a 2-2 tie and the Wolves fell to Burlington-Colchester in high school girls’ hockey on Saturday. Ava Hershberg had a goal and an assist for the Wolves, who fall to 1-0. Sabrina Brunet added a goal while Jordan Larose and Kiley Burke each added an assist. Taylor Tobrocke made 26 saves in goal for South Burlington.