PLYMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL

Boys Tennis – JV Conference Tournament The Plymouth JV Boys Tennis team competed in the NLC JV Conference Tournament at Wawasee, finishing tied for 6th place with the hosts. • Logan Nelson (#1 Singles) and Brogan Mahoney (#2 Singles) each earned wins, with Mahoney placing 4th in his flight. • The doubles duo of Carter Breeding and Cole Cain also secured a victory, finishing 6th in their bracket. Despite tough conditions and a highly competitive field, the Pilgrims showed growth and determination across all courts. ⸻ Varsity Football – Rockies Edge Wawasee in Thriller The Plymouth Rockies earned their third straight NLC victory Friday night, defeating Wawasee 21–20 in a hard-nosed battle on the road. The teams entered halftime tied 14–14, with Plymouth relying on its strong rushing attack to grind out more than 200 yards on the ground. A third-quarter touchdown gave the Rockies the edge, and in the closing minutes, the defense delivered the decisive stop on a two-point conversion attempt to seal the win. 📊 Plymouth improves to 3–2 overall, 3–0 NLC. ⸻ JV Football – First Win of the Season The JV Rockies notched their first victory of the year, defeating Wawasee 30–7. • Ryder Goodman powered the offense with two rushing touchdowns and a passing score to Levi Wright. • Victor Vargas added another rushing TD. • The defense locked down Wawasee, holding them to just one score. ⸻ Girls Soccer – Pilgrims Fall to Mishawaka The Lady Pilgrims dropped a 2–0 decision to Mishawaka on Saturday, despite creating plenty of scoring chances. • Plymouth fired 12 shots on goal and earned seven corner kicks, but couldn’t convert. • Keeper Ella Muffley recorded five saves. • Defensively, Andrea Gonzalez (17 steals) and Victoria Bohorquez (12 steals) anchored the back line. Coach Calhoun emphasized the value of the match, noting that with several starters out, the contest provided younger players with key varsity experience. 📊 Plymouth moves to 2-6-3 overall, 0-4 NLC. ⸻ Boys Soccer – Tough NLC Weekend The Rockies battled through two difficult Northern Lakes Conference matchups: • Warsaw 5, Plymouth 0 – Warsaw capitalized on defensive miscues, but Coach Ebert noted the loss will serve as a learning opportunity. • Northridge 2, Plymouth 0 – A much tighter contest, Plymouth held the Raiders close until the final minutes. Strong defense and several scoring chances kept the Pilgrims in contention. 📊 Plymouth now sits at 4-4-2 overall, 3-2 NLC. ⸻ Takeaway It was a weekend of highs and valuable lessons for Plymouth Athletics. Varsity Football’s gritty road win kept the Rockies unbeaten in NLC play, while the JV squad earned its first victory in dominant fashion. Girls and Boys Soccer fought hard in conference play, JV Tennis showed growth at the NLC tournament, and the programs continue to build momentum as the fall season rolls on. The Plymouth Cheer Competition Team made history on Saturday, September 20, as they stepped onto the mat for the first time in program history at the Lake Central Championship. Competing in the 3A/4A Game Day division, the Pilgrims took on a stacked field of eight veteran programs known for state and national success. Despite their newcomer status, the Pilgrims rose to the challenge, delivering an energetic and spirited routine that earned them an impressive 4th-place finish. Coach’s Reaction Head Coach Langowski praised the group for their determination and composure: “We went against some incredible programs today, and this experience will only make us stronger. They’ve set big goals for themselves, and I truly believe they have the talent, drive, and heart to reach them.” For many team members, it was their first-ever competition, making the debut even more memorable. Looking Ahead The Pilgrims will now turn their attention to their next test, as they prepare for the Mt. Vernon Invitational in Fortville on Saturday, September 27. With their strong debut behind them, the team looks to continue building momentum as Plymouth Cheer establishes itself on the competition stage. 📌 Takeaway: Plymouth Cheer’s historic first outing wasn’t just about results—it was about laying the foundation for what promises to be a bright and exciting future.