Team Preview: Saline
It wasn’t long ago that Saline High School was struggling to win a couple games a season. With the arrival of Coach Fosdick there was a newfound intensity and focus on player development and growth of the program. Last season, Saline was in the conference championship race through the last week of the season. Here’s a look at the 2017-2018 Saline Hornets:
Head Coach:
Jake Fosdick (7 years coaching at Saline, 3rd year as the varsity head coach)
2016-2017:
*13-8
*Tied for 2nd place in the SEC Red
*Highest finish in the conference since 2008
*First back to back winning season since 2008
2017-2018 Season Outlook:
Graduated 4 starters, 3 of which are now college athletes (Pellerin in basketball and Finkbeiner and Foley in baseball)
“Overall our conference is always loaded but we really like the culture we are building here and feel very confident in what we are going to be able to do this year.” -Coach Fosdick
Key Returners:
Emmett Turner (Senior/Forward) – “Toughest kid in the area. Intense competitor who makes everyone better. Depending on his inside game and rebounding big time this year.” -Coach Fosdick
Connor Terech (Junior/Forward) and Erik Wenning (Senior/Guard) – “Physical athletes who are going to have a bigger impact on the offensive end this year.” -Coach Fosdick
Newcomers:
Trevor Arico (Sophomore/Combo guard) – “Kid has a high motor, shoots the ball really well, and does a great job getting in the lane.” -Coach Fosdick
Griffin Yaklich (Sophomore/Combo guard) – “Moved into Saline when his dad Luke, took the assistant coaching job at UofM. Very good decision maker and shooter. Brings a lot of energy to the gym.” -Coach Fosdick
Pete Jacobson (Junior/Guard) – “Tough, competitive kid. Glue guy for our team right now!” -Coach Fosdick
Despite losing four starters, look for Saline to be competing for a conference championship again in 2017-2018. They have talent and toughness that fits the program.
“In Saline, championships are expected and that’s what we are working for every day.” -Coach Fosdick