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COOLER HEADS PREVAIL: Greene Aims To Help GCM Retain Its Focus As They Move Up To 6A
GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL’S ABRAHAM GREENE HAS BEEN A STEADY PRESENCE FOR THE PATRIOTS, BOTH AS A COMPETITOR AND AS A LEADER.
After earning all-district honorable mention honors in 2024, he now looks to help guide his team to new heights in his final high school season.
For the senior infielder, baseball has been more than just a game—it’s been a lifelong dedication, fueled by the support of his family.
“My dad has had a big influence on me as I’ve continued to play baseball,” Greene said. “From the days when he was my coach to traveling across the country, I’m very appreciative of the support that he and my mom have provided all these years. I wouldn’t have the same drive to compete without them.”
That mindset will be crucial as Goose Creek Memorial moves up to District 23-6A this season, facing tougher competition. The Patriots narrowly missed the playoffs last year, but Greene believes the key to making a postseason push lies in the team’s mentality.
“I feel like we’ll have to take a more selfless approach when it comes to the back half of our season,” he said. “We’re going to have to come together as a whole in order for everyone to link up and do their jobs. It’s going to be a tough task, but I’m confident we’ll be able to get the job done.”
While baseball is a major focus, Greene also understands the importance of balance. Away from the field, he enjoys fishing with friends—a pastime that helps him clear his mind from the pressures of school and athletics.
But even as his high school career winds down, his time on the diamond isn’t coming to an end. Greene will continue his athletic journey at Centenary College of Louisiana, where he’ll play baseball while pursuing a degree in Business with a minor in Mathematics.
“It’s a great feeling to know that I’ll have another place to keep playing,” he said. “The way the coaching staff spoke to me made me feel at ease, like I’d feel at home once I’m there. Not many people get the opportunity to keep competing past high school, so it’s really a blessing.”
For now, though, Greene remains focused on leading GCM through a challenging district schedule, determined to leave his mark before taking the next step in his career.
SISTER-SISTER: Lee's Archibald A Beast Behind The Plate
TARA ARCHIBALD HAS ALWAYS BEEN AROUND A SOFTBALL FIELD.
She tagged along to practices and games, watching her sister Rebecca play, before she was old enough to pick up the sport.
“I’ve definitely followed in her footsteps,” she said. “She is three years older but I would practice with her and sometimes play on her teams. It’s always been a competition between us. I would always want to out-do her.”
Rebecca also starred at Lee High and now plays at the University of St. Thomas. Tara will play at Southwestern University after graduating in May.
“I’m so thankful that I’m able to play in college,” Tara said. “It’s what I love. It sounds weird, but softball is my escape. It just quiets my mind.”
The Lee catcher is the quarterback of the Ganders….the voice, the enforcer, the leader.
“I’m not really friendly between the lines,” she laughed. “I love plays at the plate and throwing people out. I like to be physical out there and I have a pretty good trash-talking game.”
When she’s not dominating on the diamond, Archibald can be found volunteering for the youth at her church or studying. The National Honor Society officer is in the Top 10 academically of her senior class.
“I’m a math and science person,” she said. “I could see myself as an environmental scientist or something. I always want to be around the game, though. Maybe I’ll coach a Select team when I get older. I do like kids.”
While she seems to have the game of life on a string, she goes back to ol’ faithful when she needs a pick-me up.
“She tries to keep it on the down low, but my sister is my ultimate hype girl,” she said. “When I get down, she’s always there to remind me to keep my head up. She is my inspiration.”
Some things never change.