It is only fitting that one of the oldest high schools in Florida is playing the oldest sport in North America. Originated by Native North Americans, lacrosse is beginning to spread throughout the United States. On the Emerald Coast, it has reached the high school ranks, with Pensacola High School and Gulf Breeze High School beginning play. Catholic, Washington, and West Florida Tech have since started teams. Lacrosse is a fast paced, physical sport, so if you have never seen a match live, make sure to catch one this winter.
In the Game Magazine went to visit with Pensacola High Schools Head Coach Rodney Scott and some of his Tigers. Coach Rodney Scott is entering his third season with Pensacola High School (his second as the head coach). Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, he played collegiately at Morgan State and has made his home in Pensacola for the last 20 years. He is looking for the Tigers to continue to show improvement in their fourth year.
Christian Fish
Senior
Number: 0
Position: Face Off/Offensive
Parents: Regan and Ashley Fish
Achievements: (Academic) AP Scholar, AB Honor Roll
Goals: (Academic) To go to Duke University and study mathematics and physics; (Athletic) To come together as a team and enjoy the success that brings
Darrell Hale
Junior
Number: 23
Position: Defense
Parents: Darrell Sr. and Barbara Hale
Goals: (Academic) To go to the University of Alabama; (Athletic) To go undefeated
Billy Michael
Junior
Number: 1
Position: Goalie
Goals: (Academic) To study sports medicine; (Athletic) To play disciplined and go undefeated
Daniel Poljak
Senior
Number: 24
Position: Middle Attacker
Parents: Ron and Jan Poljak
Siblings: (Brothers) Michael, Matthew, Benjamin, and Jacob
Academic Achievements: AP Scholar with Distinction, AB Honor Roll
Goals: (Academic) To attend the University of Florida and study chemical engineering; (Athletic) To have a winning season
Pensacola High School Lacrosse
written & photography by: Arnold Gamber
