As a result of their (2-12) 2014 campaign, the new-look 2015 boys lacrosse team is hoping to make big improvements.

The Royals have 10 players new to varsity this season, two of whom have never played lacrosse before.

“[Our main focus] for this season is developing the new players that just joined,” said Kamal Baker, junior.

Lacrosse has been a major trend over the past decade, especially in Minnesota.  An article written last June on Buzzfeed.com using data done by the National Federation of State High School Associations shows that growth in popularity of lacrosse over the previous four years in Minnesota by 73 percent.

Succeeding in sports with an inexperienced team is a challenge, but Ely Harel, senior captain,  thinks the team can get wins.

“I am expecting to do very well [in] non-conference play, and hopefully we can win some conference games,” Harel said.

During the offseason, the team had a tough time finding open gym space to play lacrosse, but they were able to improve in the weight room.

“It’s hard to get good practice space during the winter season here in Minnesota, but I’m really happy with the attendance and hard work the team was able to put in,” said Ely Harel, senior captain.

The Royals enjoy seeing some new faces not only on the field, but in the bleachers as well.

“We would love to get more fans to the game,” Harel said.

The Royals have started the season off hot, as they already have more wins this year than they did all of last year. The team’s current record is 4-5.