Sports recap | Welcoming Mr. Nieto

Marina Cepeda

May 24, 2024

As the sports season ends, there is a mix of emotions in the air.

It’s hard to believe that another year has flown by, and it’s time to say goodbye to our seniors.

Let’s not forget this sports season’s achievements and show our angel pride!

Tennis

The Loretto tennis team has successfully ended the 2023-2024 season.

On April 15, 2024, Junior Cianna Chavez and Senior Emma Issac represented Loretto Academy in the TAPPS State Championship in Waco, Texas.

They played doubles and placed 8th overall.

Issac said, “I’ve always enjoyed playing with Cianna but this year was extra special because it was my last year in Loretto.

I wanted to enjoy it and have fun, and I am really happy with our results.”

Track and Field

From left to right, Rebeca Reyes, Melania Martinez, Mia Moreno, and Isabella Candia. Photo courtesy of Itzel Rios.

The track and field season ended in April with a record of 30 girls on the team.

Twelve girls competed in regionals accompanied by the team manager, Freshman Camila Otero, and three coaches.

Junior Melania Martinez represented Loretto Academy in the TAPPS State Championship in Waco, Texas, for triple jump.

Martinez, who placed 8th overall said, “My experience at state was awesome. It was so enlightening and definitely a learning experience. As my first time at state it was definitely exciting and I can’t wait to go back next year. “

She also plans on training for the upcoming track season to hopefully qualify for state again, Martinez said “ For next year’s track season I plan to take my training seriously in the off season by doing runs twice every week and doing things like the jump rope to keep up my plyometrics.”

From The Prax we congratulate her and all of the track team for all of the accomplishments they had this year!

Softball

Loretto’s softball team had a fun environment when all the girls were excited and eager to learn the sport.

The last softball team Loretto has had was back in 2021, having this sport back is something new and exciting for the school.

The teams last game was on April 19 and the field was decorated with balloons and posters for the teams senior night.

Senior player Mia Montelongo alongside her fellow classmates supporting her at the team’s last game. Photo courtesy of Mia Montelongo.

We look forward to seeing what the team brings next year!

Loretto welcomes new Athletic Director

Loretto Academy welcomed its new Athletic Director, Mr. Oscar Nieto for the upcoming school years.

Mr. Nieto has been working in Loretto since 2022 as a Biology, Chemistry, and Health teacher and as the soccer team coach.

Mr. Nieto said, “I am excited about having our teams compete in playoffs next year and the opportunity to showcase our new sport cheer.

Also starting our Women of Will partnership with Under Armour to highlight women’s sports.”

The Loretto Community is excited to have Mr. Nieto as our new Athletic Director next year!

About the Contributor

Marina Cepeda, Section Editor

My name is Marina Cepeda, I am a senior at Loretto Academy, and I am the Sports Section Editor for The Prax.

Having the opportunity to work behind the scenes at The Prax will allow me to zone in on my writing and communication skills.

I have been a part of the Loretto Sisterhood since my sophomore year, and Loretto has become my second home.

I am an avid sports fan, I love to watch soccer games with my father, play tennis, go to the gym, and swim.

After graduating high school, I plan on using all my writing skills to acquire a marketing career.

I am excited about what the future holds for me, and I am looking forward to reporting on our teams’ games and events.