OLDS — An Olds athlete has been named to Team Alberta’s U15A male lacrosse team.
Lucas Seidel is one of four members of the U15A Red Deer Chiefs to be chosen to play for Team Aberta in the 2025 U15 Box Lacrosse Nationals which will be held in Halifax, Nova Scotia Aug. 11-15.
In addition to Seidel, the other U15A Red Deer Chiefs chosen are Kobin Lampard of Blackfalds and two U15A female teammates: Bayze Salkus of Red Deer and Zoe Bowen, a goaltender from Sylvan Lake.
“As a coach, it’s incredibly rewarding to see your players recognized at this level,” U15A head coach Collin Lampard is quoted as saying in a news release.
“Bayze, Zoe, Kobin and Lucas are not only strong players today, they have enormous potential for the future. Competing at Nationals will challenge them, help them grow and give them exposure to the highest level of play in their age group.
“This experience is going to take their game to the next level. I am thrilled for these four athletes finding the next level and carrying on the strong showing from central Alberta lately.”
Amy Cozens, president of the Red Deer Lacrosse Association (RDLA) board of directors, agrees.
“This is a huge moment for RDLA and a reflection of the talent that’s growing right here in central Alberta,” she’s quoted as saying.
“To have four players from our program make Team Alberta shows just how far we’ve come. With athletes like Bayze, Zoe, Kobin and Lucas leading the way, the future of our program is incredibly bright.”
