The Ethel Walker School
Athletics
Thirds Lacrosse
Student athletes on the Thirds lacrosse team are taught to learn and love the game. Our students from grades seven through eight spend their practice time understanding the fundamentals of lacrosse and the skill sets that will allow them to become better players in the future.
The Thirds lacrosse team provides an outlet for physical activity in a fun yet competitive environment. The team has practices designated to working on skills that will help them win games. At the most basic level, the Thirds lacrosse program encourages participation for each player, and with that participation comes the growth of a competitive spirit and a joy in playing the game of lacrosse.
Team Stats
Season
Record
Schedule
Team Roster
Players
Bright Atete ’29
Ilana C. ’30
Mariah Cubano ’29
Maria de Ovando Leon de la Barra ’29
Elsie G. ’31
Storm G. ’30
Zara Higgins ’29
Jane K. ’30
Avalon K. ’30
Ava Logan ’28
Mandy Ma ’28
Annabelle M. ’32
Susanna S. ’30
Marina S R ’30
Alexa W. ’31
Angela Zhu ’28
Manager
Scarlett Carney ’27
Coaches
Mimi Duran P'18
Mimi Duran brings over 30 years of coaching experience in both independent and public schools. She began her tenure at Walker’s in the fall of 2007, where she has spearheaded a highly successful field hockey program. Under her leadership, the team has won seven CISAC League Titles, six CISAC Tournament Titles, and the Class C WNEPSAC Championship Title in 2010, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. Walker’s teams have also participated in the NEPSCA Field Hockey Tournament in the years 2007, 2008, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019.
Duran’s achievements include receiving the Founders League Nadal Sportsmanship Award, as well as being inducted into the Connecticut Field Hockey Hall of Fame and The New Agenda Northeast Hall of Fame. She holds a Level 2 Coaching Certification from the United States Field Hockey Association (USFHA) and is a member of the National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA), where she serves on the Scholastic All-American Committee, the Scholastic Committee, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Additionally, she is a member of the Connecticut Field Hockey Coaches Association and serves as a USFHA NEXUS coach.
Duran has also taken teams on international trips to compete in Europe and South America. Many of her former players have achieved All-State and Regional All-American recognition, with several going on to play and captain collegiate teams at the Division I, II, and III levels. Notably, a number of her alumnae have pursued coaching careers at both the high school and collegiate levels, earning induction into the Connecticut Field Hockey Hall of Fame as players and coaches. In addition to her coaching responsibilities, Mimi Duran serves as the Associate Athletic Director. She holds a Masters degree in Professional Sports Management from Georgetown University.
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