Coach: Gary Newell (first year)

Last year’s record: 5-8-2, lost in Western B quarterfinals.

Returning players: Senior — Maggie Chaplin (MF); Juniors — Haylee Cote (MF), Sammie Wilkins (G), Taylor Darnell (MF).

Key losses: Meghan Dehetre (MF), Alicia Valente (MF), Jess Richards (FB), Lauren Trickey (FB), Sarah Pelkey (FB), Elizabeth Allen (F).

Promising newcomers:  Freshmen — Caitlin Holmquist (MF), Anisa Hayman (FB), Ashley Moreau (F), Emily Hotham (F).

Overview:  The Patriots are young after the graduation of an experienced group of seniors.  Newell becomes the third coach of the team in three seasons but has high expectations. He hopes this club can build off the improvement that has come the last few seasons.

Coach’s comment: “I believe in these girls, this program and this community. I expect to win 10 games this season, enter the playoffs with confidence and a desire that will have us ready for the challenges that await.”  — Coach Gary Newell


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