![Watching a small group scrimmage, Ben Lundt, St. Louis City SC goalkeeper and founder of Lundt Pro Soccer Training, shouts words of encouragement to players on Sunday, April 26 n the Lafayette grass soccer field. “The idea behind [the event] was to bring the professional soccer players closer to the community because usually people only get to see us on TV or in the stadium. [Families] actually having the opportunity to have their kids on the field with us is the most important aspect,” Ben Lundt said.](https://lancerfeed.press/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_6823-1200x800.jpg)
![In celebration of winning his second straight state title in the 215 weight class, junior Carter Brown backflips before leaving the mat. Brown won his bout against junior Kobe Rhymes of North Kansas City High School by fall in just 41 seconds. "Carter does what Carter does. We expect [success] out of him and his goals are bigger than the state championship," coach Sam Ritchie said.](https://lancerfeed.press/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_2784-1200x800.jpg)
Just Do It: Discount Nike Holiday Sale to be held this weekend, benefit wrestling team
Whether you’re finishing up your holiday shopping or seeking out some new gear for yourself, the Nike Holiday Sale is definitely worth checking out.
According to Asst. Coach Adam Hicks, Lafayette’s wrestling team is spearheading the operation in order to raise funds for their program. The team paired up with representatives from Nike in order to sell their merchandise with a 50 percent discount on their original in-store price. A percentage of these sales will benefit Lafayette Wrestling’s booster club.
The event will be held in the Commons Thursday through Sunday.
Times for the event are as follows:
Thursday, Dec. 19: 12:30 pm – 7 pm
Friday, Dec. 20: 1 pm – 8 pm
Saturday, Dec. 21: 9 am – 2 pm
Sunday, Dec. 22: 8 am – 1 pm
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![Watching a small group scrimmage, Ben Lundt, St. Louis City SC goalkeeper and founder of Lundt Pro Soccer Training, shouts words of encouragement to players on Sunday, April 26 n the Lafayette grass soccer field. “The idea behind [the event] was to bring the professional soccer players closer to the community because usually people only get to see us on TV or in the stadium. [Families] actually having the opportunity to have their kids on the field with us is the most important aspect,” Ben Lundt said.](https://lancerfeed.press/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_6823-600x400.jpg)
