Coach: Fred Conlogue (fourth year)

Last year’s record:  8-6-1, lost in Eastern A quarterfinal.

Returning players:  Seniors — Chelsea Newhall (MF),  Carolyn Poliquin (MF), Mackenzie Conlogue (F), Lauren St. Laurent (FB), Kristen Brown (FB), Makenzie Thompson (F), Jaycee Mullen (F), Zyrah Guistra (MF), Shireen Luick (FB), Gabby Foy (G); Juniors — Thia Bridges (G), Savannah Swain (MF), Kiana Thompson (MF), Miranda Nicely (F).

Key losses: Makenzie Hobbs (FB), Emily Ramsey (MF), Rachel Karno (MF), Marina West (F).

Promising newcomers: Juniors — Mallory Parker (F), Elise Beauchamp (FB), Rachel Wolfe (MF); Sophomore — Hope Thompson (MF); Freshman — Eryn Doiron (F).

Outlook:  The Cougars have lost in the quarterfinals the past two seasons. With the return of a veteran squad and some added depth, Mt. Blue hopes to challenge in a tough KVAC and make some more noise in Eastern A.

Coach’s comment: “We have the experience to be able to compete with our opponents. If we learn to finish our scoring opportunities and control the tempo of the game, we should be in good shape. We are excited for the season to begin.” — Coach Fred Conlogue.