The Junior Varsity Vikings’ season has come to an end, with the final two matches of the regular season being rained out. With a final record of 5-7-6, the Vikings accomplished much, but have some unfinished business to complete next year.

The JV squad was led in scoring by Alex Shupert and Mary Langebartel, two young ladies who will look to contribute at the Varsity level with the departure of a few offense weapons from the Varsity squad this year. Helping out in the offensive department in 2010 have been Amanda Leckrone and Marie Maize, the center mid duo that was able to able to anchor things at midfield for the majority of the season. Hard work and dedication pretty much defines these two, who were able to step into leadership roles this year for the JV team.

Defensively, the Vikings mixed and matched quite frequently, based on injuries and experience. Anna Bingham, Sydnie Pilkinton, Carsen Miller, Becca Castillo, Marissa Deffenbaugh, and Marisa Catt all put heavy amounts of time in on the back line for Parkview. Both Maddie George and Emily Courtney shared goal keeping duties for the Vikings, and there is no question that Parkview will have a wealth of depth and some decisions to make on the back line and in goal next year, with so many young players contributing and showing promise.

The Vikings pulled off some exciting wins, and ended up with some hard worked for ties as well. Some of the bigger matches on the season included beating West Plains 2-1 in last game of the season, and tying Kickapoo, Ozark, and Camdenton.

Many of these Junior Varsity ladies will see increased playtime at the JV level next year, gaining more experience and sharpening up their game for future Varsity play. Others will move on to the Varsity level in 2011, and contribute to a Varsity squad that has gone undefeated in the Ozark Conference, and gone 15-3 in the regular season.

Coach’s letter to the JV team.