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Bilingual brilliance in Baltimore: Patterson High School’s double duty dynamo

by Jasmine Goins

Welcome to Patterson High School, nestled in the heart of Baltimore City, where diversity thrives and cultures intertwine. In this vibrant community, one individual stands out as a beacon of inspiration: Lacrosse Coach Bey. As we explore the journey of this Double Duty Dynamo, we uncover a tale of passion, dedication, and bilingual brilliance.

Coach Bey’s path to coaching excellence began with a deep love for the sport of lacrosse. From his early days as a player to his transition into coaching, his journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a desire to share their passion with others. With experience coaching at both the high school and college levels, Coach Bey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every practice and game.

Coaching responsibilities at both the high school and college levels is no easy feat, but Coach Bey approaches each day with determination and grace. From managing practice schedules to coordinating game logistics, he navigates the challenges of his dual roles with precision and skill. Through careful planning and effective communication, Coach Bey ensures that both teams receive the attention and support they need to succeed. The coach doesn’t show any favoritism to either team as he recalls, “Time management is the most important thing to continue to not just coach but to be successful and inspire success to encourage. That means being your best self and showing up as your best self at all times.”

Beyond wins and losses, Coach Bey measures his success by the impact he has on their students’ lives. Whether on the field or in the classroom, he serves as a mentor, motivator, and role model to their players. By instilling values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance, Coach Bey empowers students to reach their full potential and pursue their dreams both on and off the field.

Coach Bey’s commitment to their community extends far beyond the sidelines. Through outreach programs and community events, he works tirelessly to promote the sport of lacrosse and provide opportunities for youth to get involved. By fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie, Coach Bey helps to create a more inclusive and supportive community for all.

As Coach Bey looks to the future, his goals remain clear: to continue making a positive impact in the lives of their students and community members. Whether coaching at the high school or college level, he is committed to inspiring the next generation of athletes and leaders. With his unwavering dedication and passion for the sport, Coach Bey is poised to leave a lasting legacy that will be felt for years to come.

In the world of sports, true champions are defined not only by his wins and losses but by the lives he touches and the communities he uplifts. In Coach Bey, Patterson High School has found a true Double Duty Dynamo whose bilingual brilliance illuminates the path to success for all who have the privilege of crossing his field. As we celebrate his achievements, let us also be inspired to follow in his footsteps and make a difference in our own communities, one game at a time.

For Coach Bey, it all comes down to his love of lacrosse.

“I guide both teams because I know the game of lacrosse.”, reflected Coach Bey. “It changed my life and sometimes I think that we need guidance more than being told what to do. I think high school and college need the most guidance early in their career.”

Coach Bey also has courage and positivity.

”[Coaching] balances me being driven and having motivation to help people succeed in life and great time management.”

Lacrosse team destined for greatness

by Kylayah Davis

Patterson High School’s lacrosse team is on the rise. At the time of writing this article, the team is number 3 in the city with 9 wins and 2 losses this year, an improvement over last year’s record was of 5-7.

Coach Falcone said he has been coaching lacrosse for seven years and has been coaching at Patterson for two years. When asked what he likes about coaching at Patterson he said the kids and getting to build the varsity program from the ground up and watching it grow. The coach is hopeful that in the next two or three years there will also be a JV team.

Coach Falcone had goals for this year’s lacrosse team:

  1. Beat the teams they lost to last year
  1. Have a better record than last year
  1. Be able to compete.

This team is not the same team from last year and it is not the same team from the beginning of the season when they won their first game against NAF by a score of 13-3. The team has gotten even better at coming together, sharing, and being a family on the field. An extra pass or an extra rep to get to the next goal can make the difference between victory and defeat. The Clippers are always looking for ‘the one more’. However the team has a laid back demeanor and it takes them a while to get started, so their next goal is to work on urgency, coming out of the gate ready and starting fast.

Offensive player Yohan Hernandez is a sophomore who also plays for Patterson’s soccer team and started playing lacrosse at Patterson this year. He came into lacrosse looking for people to hang out with. Hernandez is close with his teammates. He keeps up good grades off the field and he is good with moving the ball on the field. Hernandez had this to say about his coach: “Coach Falcone is a coach that understands discipline. He’s not easy on them because he knows they can do it and understands what it takes to get there.”

Goalie Lykiea Anderson recently reached a record of 100 career saves in lacrosse. When asked about next year’s goalie she says that if the current candidate for goalie takes it seriously she believes they have what it takes to do it.  

Another goal for the team is to have a great enough season that they can host their playoffs. Currently their record stands at 9-2.

The Patterson Lacrosse team has already accomplished great things this school year, and their future looks even brighter.