GIRLS LACROSSE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Monica Martelli, West Forsyth - Forsyth News

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GIRLS LACROSSE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Monica Martelli, West Forsyth

Lady Wolverines' ‘little one’ turned into big-time player

“I feel like my hard work since freshman year has paid off,” Martelli said. “I think I did very well, I did what I was supposed to do to help my team win.” - photo by Brian Paglia

WF MMartelliPOY3 060814 web — “I feel like my hard work since freshman year has paid off,” Martelli said. “I think I did very well, I did what I was supposed to do to help my team win.” - photo by Brian Paglia

It was an early spring practice back in 2010, and West Forsyth girls’ lacrosse coach Dan Kaplan noticed an exceptional play down the field. "Great job, Martelli!" he yelled, and Marisa Martelli turned her head. But Kaplan wasn’t talking about her.