Carly Dyer is a pillar of the Lake Region varsity girls’ lacrosse team.

“She is our key player for the draw and on the field, you can see her always putting in her best effort. She is always there to encourage and give feedback to her teammates, always looking out for the team’s best interest,” Laker Co-Coach Emma Brown said. “She is an amazing player, teammate, and athlete for Lake Region. We rely on her to guide the team and she does it with poise.” 

Carly is a senior from Naples, and has been playing lacrosse for eight years.

“Carly is a very hardworking individual and always puts in 110% effort to what she does,” Coach Brown added.

Carly is a member of many school clubs including being class president, president of National Honor Society, a member of the Math Team, and Student Council. Carly is a three-sport athlete, and plans on attending Hawaii Pacific University to study Marine Biology. Carly’s favorite part of being a Laker is being a part of the enthusiastic community. 

In recognition of her strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Carly is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

Player of the Week Profile

Athlete: Carly Dyer

Year in School: Senior

Hometown: Naples

Parents: Dani Longley and Chris Dyer

Sports you Play: Lacrosse, XC, Basketball

School organizations: National Honor Society, Math Team, Student Council, Drama Club

School honors: Lions’ Club Student of the Month, president of National Honor Society, Class President, vice president of Varsity Club

Q. Why did you choose lacrosse? I chose to play lacrosse in fifth grade when my basketball coach at the time (Coach Keenan) encouraged me to try it out.

 Q. Complete the following, “I know I’ve had a good game/meet if…” I feel I worked my hardest the whole time.

 Q. What goes through your mind before a big game? I remember how hard I have to work and how tired I have to be to achieve my goals, and I strive to achieve that feeling every game or race.

Q. If things are not going well, what do you do to rebound and clear your mind to be more positive? I remind myself that sports are meant to be fun and that some games or meets will not go exactly as planned, and that I can choose to grow from those moments rather than get bogged down.

Q. How has sports changed you as a person? Participating in sports has taught me how to work well in a team environment and what I can bring to the group. 

Q. What is the biggest reward you get from competing in sports? The biggest reward I get from competing in sports is getting to experience unique moments with my teammates and making great friends.