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Lamar High School Boys Soccer: Pre-District Season Preview





As the Lamar High School boys' soccer team gears up for the 2024-2025 season, anticipation is reaching new heights. With an impressive track record and a roster brimming with talent, this season promises to be remarkable for the team. The Lamar Texans are poised to make history as they look to defend their District 18-6A title for the fifth consecutive year and claim their sixth district championship in just seven seasons.


Returning Champions 🥇


The Lamar Texans have been nothing short of dominant in recent years, capturing the district title in each of the last four seasons. This year, the team returns with a strong core of players and coaches who have been integral to their success. Notably, they welcome back the three-time Coach of the Year, Jeremy Davison, who is in his 18th year of coaching and his 13th year at the helm of the Lamar squad. Davison has been a key architect in their sustained excellence.


Alongside him are the district 18-6A Goalkeeper of the Year Diego Compean, Jr., a First Team All-District selection, and the Best Offensive Player of the Year Camille Llorca, Jr., also a First Team All-District pick. Both have been pivotal in the team's previous successes. Additionally, Lamar brings back three other First Team All-District selections: senior center back Ian Voung, senior midfielder Cash Reese, and senior fullback Diego Montelongo. Junior center back Jose Segura, a Second Team All-District selection, and junior midfielder Samuel Casallas, an honorable mention, also return to strengthen the squad.


With this formidable lineup, additional young players in the program that look promising on the practice pitch, the Lamar Texans are set to continue their legacy of excellence as they enter the new season. Fans can look forward to a thrilling journey as the team aims to extend their dominance in District 18-6A.


Pre-District Schedule: A Testing Ground ⚽️

 

The pre-district season is set to be a rigorous and exciting lead-up to the district play. The Texans will kick off their preparations with a series of scrimmages and tournaments designed to sharpen their skills and build team cohesion. Here's a breakdown of their pre-district schedule:

 

December 13, 2024 (Friday): Lamar hosts Aldine Eisenhower in their first scrimmage of the season, starting at 4:30 PM. This will be a great opportunity for the program to fine-tune their tactics and test their fitness.

 

December 17, 2024 (Tuesday): The program will face Klein Forest at home, also at 4:30 PM, for their second scrimmage. This match will serve as another key preparation ahead of the competitive season.

 

December 20, 2024 (Friday): The Texans will travel to Clear Falls High School for a scrimmage at 4:30 PM. Playing away will provide the program with valuable experience in different conditions.

 

Tournament Play 🥅

 

The season's competitive spirit will kick off with a series of tournaments:

 

January 2-4, 2025: Lamar will compete in the MOJO Tournament, held at KISD. This three-day event will be crucial for assessing their readiness for the challenges ahead.


January 9-11, 2025: The Klein Showcase Tournament at KISD will feature high-caliber competition, giving the Texans a chance to measure themselves against top teams.


January 16-18, 2025: The team will head to Deer Park for the Battle Ground Tournament. This event will test the Texans' adaptability and resilience.

Building Momentum

 

The pre-district schedule is strategically designed to build momentum 📈 and test the team's capabilities against a variety of opponents. Matches against teams like CE King HS and Spring Dekaney HS will provide additional preparation as they head into the heart of the season.

 

With a legacy of excellence and a roster stacked with talent, Lamar High School's boys’ soccer team is set to embark on what promises to be another memorable season. The combination of experienced leadership, returning standout players, and a challenging pre-district schedule sets the stage for an exciting journey as they aim to extend their dominance in District 18-6A. ☝🏽

 

Stay tuned for updates and get ready to support the Lamar Texans as they chase greatness once again!

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