As the winter season quickly approaches, Fitzsimmons hops back on the ice to prepare for her fourth season as a member of the women’s ice hockey team. Fitzsimmons is a starting defender for the Cardinals and a tri-captain for the 2009-2010 squad.
For the past three years, Fitzsimmons has been a valuable asset to her team both on and off the ice. Passionate about the game and devoted to her teammates, Fitzsimmons is a composed player who sets a great example for the rest of the team. Her enthusiasm, dedication, and optimistic attitude are three essential qualities that will enable her to lead the women’s team in a positive direction throughout this upcoming season.
Although their 2-21-1 record from last season still looms over the team, Fitzsimmons, along with fellow tri-captains Heather Lindgren ’11 and Julia Heffelfinger ’11, will be working to lead their team to a winning season. With 15 solid returning players and six promising newcomers, it seems like this might be a plausible goal for the team this year.
Wesleyan begins its season Friday, Nov. 20 with a home opener against Amherst. The Lady Cards have not defeated the Lord Jeffs on the ice since the 2003-04 season, but the team is looking to change that statistic this year. All are encouraged to come out and support the women’s hockey team and keep an eye out for #16, Erin Fitzsimmons.
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