Coach: Reggie Weston (sixth year)

Last year’s record: 8-11, lost in Western C prelim

Returning players: Seniors — Gretchen Bradbury (5-6 forward), Kayla Gaudin (5-9 forward), Lexi Noyes (5-1 guard), Ambyr Wilson (5-8 guard); Juniors — Lindsy Crutchfield (5-4 guard), Kelsey Wilson (5-5 guard); Sophomores — Meagan Bradbury (5-5 guard), Jessica Conant (5-9 guard/forward), Kelsey Hutchins (5-9 forward), Rachael Knight (5-9 forward).

Key losses: Alyssa Wade (guard), Paige Murphy (guard), Miranda Shurtleff (guard), Angela Ronan (center).

Promising newcomers: Sophomore — Gabby Scott; Freshmen — Sabrina Daud, Makenzie Lord, Emma Lueders, Lauren Henderson, Mariah Lafleur, Kyle Palmer, Summer Bradbury, Haley Turner, Anna Morrow.

Outlook: The Cougars lost four regulars from last year and most of their offense. Many of the returning players will step in larger roles. Dirigo will be young but have some depth.

Coach’s comment: “This group can be fun. They work hard and are not afraid to hit the floor. The MVC looks tough again this year, but we want to be right in the thick of it.” — Coach Reggie Weston