Football
Clover Hill’s varsity football team wrapped up a challenging season with a 1-9 record, earning their sole victory against Richmond High School of the Arts during Homecoming. Despite the struggles, the junior varsity (JV) squad posted a more promising 4-6 record, hinting at brighter days ahead.
Varsity and JV quarterback Koi Brown remains optimistic about the program’s future, emphasizing the importance of recruiting and commitment.
“We just need to recruit and buy into the process,” said Brown. “We’ll have way more seniors than we did this year.”
Reflecting on the season, Brown highlighted the excitement of Homecoming week, where he started the JV game and contributed to varsity’s win in the second half.
“Winning the Richmond High School of the Arts game at Homecoming was my favorite moment of the season,” Brown said.
Field Hockey:
Clover Hill’s field hockey team ended their fall campaign with a sense of camaraderie and progress, despite obstacles on the field. Sophomore JV player Lessa Bowers emphasized the team’s development in building relationships and overcoming hurdles.
“I think it went really well from a team bonding perspective,” said Bowers. “We didn’t play great, but we got a lot better and developed a lot of good relationships.”
The team faced challenges, including an initial lack of players for a JV squad. Recruitment efforts extended into the first month of the school year, a testament to their resilience.
Bowers remains optimistic about the future, calling for increased effort and commitment in the offseason.
“We just need to keep doing what we’re doing—get people to practice more and put in more effort,” Bowers said.
Golf
Senior golfer Tate Bupp reflected on a strong season of growth, despite being new to the sport.
“I think the season was good,” Bupp said. “I could see how the [better] golfers were progressing, and I was pretty impressed with them.”
Bupp himself showed remarkable improvement, transitioning from a complete beginner to making par every third hole.
“Improving my golf scores was one of the biggest wins for me,” Bupp said.
Looking ahead, Bupp urged underclassmen to focus on building their confidence and physical strength.
“They just need to get their confidence up, maybe get in the weight room, put some muscle on so they can hit the ball further,” Bupp said.
Boys’ Volleyball
The Clover Hill boys’ volleyball team ended their season with an 8-13 record, a reflection of their perseverance through challenges. Junior right-side hitter Liam McCandlish underscored the personal and team growth achieved this year.
“Volleyball is a sport that I personally love playing, and it is something I am passionate about,” McCandlish said. “I had many friends on the team pushing me to be better.”
The team hopes to translate this season’s lessons into a winning record next year.
Girls’ Volleyball
The girls’ volleyball team wrapped up with an 8-11 record, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level. Several matches were decided by narrow margins, highlighting the team’s potential.
Veteran players such as juniors Maggie Samuel and Ella Frias, along with senior Sophia Carter, provided leadership on a young team poised for growth in the coming seasons.
Cross Country
Clover Hill’s cross country team delivered standout performances, with junior Josh Taylor cementing his status as a dominant force. Taylor, a two-time All-American in track, won the regional title by 32 seconds and set a personal record of 14:50 in the 5000-meter, ranking him among Virginia’s top three.
The program’s future also looks bright, as several freshmen showed immense promise, ensuring the Hill remains a cross-country powerhouse for years to come.
Across all fall sports, Clover Hill student-athletes demonstrated resilience, growth, and a relentless drive to improve, setting the stage for even greater accomplishments in the seasons to come.
