BUCKFIELD BUCKS 
Coach: Annette Caldwell (first year)
Conference: East/West; Class: D
Last year’s results: 10-6, reached D South final.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Kai Trenoweth (MF), Cora Brewster (MF), Brittany Carrier (STK), Cori Merrill (FB), Madison Wallace (W), Kallista Stearns (FB), Naomi Austin (HB), Audrey Stimson (FB), Amelia Hill (SWP), Anna Thone (W), Kianna Finnegan (GK); Juniors — Alyssa Breton (FB), Chloee Bennett (STK), Emma Hooper (W); Sophomores —Adison Smith (MF), Zoe Thone (FB), Sophi St. Pierre (STK/FB).
Key losses: Mia Austin, Emily Tilton.
Promising newcomers: Freshmen — Taylor Harvey (STK), Nya Cousineau (W), Avery Zielinski (FB), Addison Morris (GK), Kamryn Spencer (W), Ella Bernard (W), Eve Culleton (W), Lillian Tifft (W).
Season outlook: Caldwell said this season is about a senior-laden team coming together, making memories and showing up for their community. The team’s work ethic is paying dividends in the preseason with some well-fought victories. Staying consistent with defensive-to-offensive transitions and on-field communication will be key to the Bucks having the winning season. Caldwell said the team has been well-coached by Larry Thornton in past seasons and should be a squad that goes far in the playoffs.

DIRIGO COUGARS 
Coach: Christopher Araujo (third year)
Conference: MVC; Class: 8-person
Last year’s results: 3-11, 8-person South quarterfinals.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Cami Wright (F), Tessah LeClerc (MF), Alivia Estabrook (D); Juniors — Reeghan Nisbet (MF), Madison Knowles (GK), Nyla Abbott (MF), Cai Poulin (F); Sophomores — Abby Luczynski (MF), Teagan Simonsen (MF), Elliott Richardson (MF), Autumn Knox (F), Marley Berry (F), Sophie Nino (F), Makayla Worcester (F).
Promising newcomers: Sophomore — Kierra Harmon (D); Freshmen — Victoria Araujo (D/MF), Savannah Tuell (D).
Season outlook: The Cougars continue to grow in confidence and on-field performance. Araujo said that communication needs to improve for the team to be better than last season, in addition to increasing scoring and controlling 50-50 balls.

EDWARD LITTLE RED EDDIES 
Coach: Tyler Shennett (second year)
Conference: KVAC; Class: A
Last year’s results: 6-8-1, reached A North quarterfinals.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Layla Facchiano (MF), Violet Vincent (MF), Gabby Gerry (F), Lexi Kelsea (D), Rachel Penny (D); Juniors — Sophie Cote (F), Maddie Ranger (D), Lola Cunningham (GK); Sophomores — Avelynn Bowie (F), Evie Marshall (MF), Hannah Labbe (MF), Jenna Shea (D), Izzy Merrill (F).
Key losses: Izzy Jalbert, Katherine Garcia, Kaelyn Langlois, Tiana Avila, Hope Fontaine (injury), Favour Monday (injury).
Promising newcomers: Juniors — Kaisley Marquis (F), Olivia Turgeon (MF), Clara Wilson (D); Sophomore — Evie McGuigan (D); Freshmen — Emily Poulin (D), Ellie Porter (F).
Season outlook: Shennett said that 2023, his first season leading the Red Eddies, the focus was on changing the culture of the program. This season’s focus is on tactics and possession of the ball. The Eddies have looked sharp in preseason and are looking to build off that. Shennett added that the goal for this team is to achieve a winning record and hopefully have a run at playoffs. Defensively, the chemistry between center backs Lexi Kelsea and Rachel Penny will help create the backbone of the team. Layla Facchiano and Gabby Gerry, the 2023 Sun Journal Player of the Year, were the top producers last season, in terms of assists and goals. Violet Vincent in the midfield provides both an offensive and defensive presence from box to box.

GRAY-NEW GLOUCESTER PATRIOTS 
Coach: Meg Cosgrove (first year)
Conference: WMC; Class: B
Last year’s results: 5-10, lost in B South preliminary round.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Laney Farrar, Izzy Morelli, Hannah Bolduc, Hailey Carson; Juniors — Bri Waterman, Emily Carroll, Hannah Gordon, Ella Kenney; Sophomore — Emma Hamilton.
Key losses: Ali Portas, Sara Patriquin, Ellie Steele, Ella Brown.
Promising newcomers: Junior — Piper Aube; Sophomores — Leah Desmarais, Abbey Steele; Freshmen — Molly Bryant, Ashley Anderson, Ida Waterman.
Season outlook: The Patriots have a promising season ahead, Cosgrove said, with a group of talented and respectful players in every grade level. She said that the team prides itself on working hard all practice, all game and all season.

LEAVITT HORNETS 
Coach: Chris Cifelli (sixth year)
Conference: KVAC; Class: B
Last year’s results: 3-9-2
Returning athletes: Seniors — Michaela Harrington (MF), Madison Madore (FW), Heather Mousseau (MF), Ashley Roy (FB), Molly Sealy (FB), Abigail Sirois (FW), Jayna Thistle (FW); Juniors — Brooke Boutaugh (MF), Carina Castagna (FW), Avery Cologna (MF), Dalila Dube (FB).
Key losses: Nola Boutaugh, Kylee Spugnardi, Madison Dutil, Sophie Simard.
Promising newcomers: Junior — Lyla Gagne (FW); Sophomores — Reese Daigle (FW), Addison DuBois (MF); Freshmen — Reese Bilodeau (FW), Acadia Dunton (FW), Sophia Poulin (FW), Maddy Van Dusen (FB), Hailey Welch (GK).
Season outlook: The Hornets return a blend of experienced veterans and newcomers who will fill major roles. The team worked hard over the summer on building teamwork and chemistry. Leavitt lost five one-goal games last season and finished one spot out of the playoffs. The Hornets hope their experience from 2023 will turn some of those close loses into positive results.

LEWISTON BLUE DEVILS 
Coach: Kevin Albert (second year)
Conference: KVAC; Class: A
Last year’s results: 0-12-2
Returning athletes: Seniors — Addi Bilodeau (M), Lauren Landry (M), Avaya Desjardins (F), Josie Gagnier (F), Taylor Jean (B), Dayla Tripp (G), Marissa Beaullieu (M); Juniors — Crew Langley (B), Anna Courtemanche (F), Lilly Beaullieu (M).
Key losses: Maddie Albert, Jersey Cunningham.
Promising newcomers: Senior — Temra Abdirahman (M); Juniors — Ella Beaudoin (F), Holly Aloegnikou (B), Gabby Roy (B), Irelyn Akley (M); Sophomores — Brooklyn Beaudoin (B), Zarianna Ryerson (F); Freshman — Emily Desrosiers (G).
Season outlook: Kevin Albert said Lewiston is continuing to improve on its skill, passing and teamwork, and expects be a competitive team. There are a number of new faces, but also several returning players in key positions and a lot of athleticism. The Blue Devils hope to be difficult to play against and improve their offensive output in a difficult, top-heavy Class A North division.

LISBON GREYHOUNDS 
Coach: Richard Card (fifth year)
Conference: MVC; Class: C
Last year’s results: 5-9, reached 8-man South quarterfinals.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Adeline Burkhardt (MF, captain), Erin Coffin (F, captain); Juniors — Victoria Babbin (GK, captain), Kasie Booker (D, captain), Abigail Broadbent (D), Hannah Clement (D), Amelia Dunn (MF), Bella Reny (MF), Halen Richard (D), Solaya Russo (F); Sophomores — Emma Grenier (MF), Tessa McDaniel (D), Rachel Morse (D).
Key loss: Alivia Field.
 Promising newcomers: Freshmen — Zoey Cote (MF/F), Clara Highfill (F), Sophie Kuhl (D), Isabella McDonald (D), Branwyn Obptande (MF), Ambrielle Wallace (F).
Season outlook: The Greyhounds are returning to Class C and 11-on-11 after playing 8-player soccer last year. Lisbon has had a difficult time rebuilding its program, but this season has created a healthy team culture and have a solid foundation to begin building upon. With a young base of players, the Greyhounds plan to continue fostering growth in both numbers and skill. Solaya Russo led the team with 10 goals last season, Erin Coffin was next with six goals and Adeline Burkhardt contributed five. Goalie Victoria Babbin finished with 156 saves.

MONMOUTH MUSTANGS
Coach: Gary Trafton (18th year)
Conference: MVC; Class: D
Last year’s results: 8-6-1, reached C South quarterfinals.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Taylor Cotnoir, Rileigh Chase, Tarynn Keleher; Juniors — Riley Smith, Annabelle Carlton, Audrey Langlois, Eva Poulin, Kaitlyn Frost, Brooke King; Sophomores — Hayli Paradis, Lillian Palleschi, Peyton McDonald.
Key loss: June Foyt.
Promising newcomers: Freshman — Quinn Wyman.
Season outlook: The Mustangs are no longer in a co-op with Winthrop and will be competing in Class D South this season. After losing seven starters from last season, Trafton said the team is in the process of filling the pieces of the puzzle with the 26 players on the roster. Everyone is learning new roles and working together, and Trafton said the Mustangs will be a competitive squad once that happens.

MOUNTAIN VALLEY FALCONS 
Coach: Kaitlyn Virgin (third year)
Conference: MVC; Class: C
Last year’s results: 5-8-1
Returning athletes: Seniors — Kloee Pelletier (GK), Alianna Mazza (CM), Layce Boucher (MF/F), Madison Dow (D), Paisley Clukey (MF/F), Madisyn McLean (D); Juniors — Madison Blanchard (MF), Lily Boulanger (MF/F), Hayden Chase (D); Sophomores — Mackenzie Gammon (F), Emma Gallant (F).
Key losses: Brooke Bennett, Emma Koch, Jaden Boulanger, Brooke Chase, Emma Dupuis, Ciara Abbott, Kara Jasud, Lanee Boucher, Penny Bishop, Annalise Witas.
Promising newcomers: Junior — Chloe Brown (MF); Freshmen — Isabella Derouche (F), Haylee Rivera White (MF), Payton Dupuis (D).
Season outlook: Having lost 10 players to graduation, this is expected to be a rebuilding year for the Falcons. They still have strong leadership, with this year’s seniors, and will use that to create a new identity for Mountain Valley soccer, Virgin said.

MT. ABRAM ROADRUNNERS 
Coach: Andrew Delcourt (10th year), Mark Thibodeau (first year)
Conference: MVC; Class: C
Last year’s results: 5-9-1, reached C South quarterfinals.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Mackenzie Contreras (MF), Autumn Pulk (MF), Janey Pepin (GK), Ruth Gussler (D), Bailea Haines (MF), Jaycee Sherrier (D), Opal Mitchell (D); Juniors — Abby McCarty (MF), Ari Dereszynski (D), Jenna Osgood (STK), Maya Franklin (STK); Sophomores — Lea Pepin (D), Vega Rollins (D), Celia Rose (D), Edna Bilodeau (D), Cheyenne Allen (MF).
Key losses: Karsyn Rolbecki, Eva Spear, Bella Dereszynski, Sydney Sillanpaa, Aiyana Savage.
Promising newcomers: Freshmen — Evelyn Pepin (MF), Ellie Dentico (MF), Harlee Wyman (GK), Kaitlin Danala (D), Sidney Kane (MF), Destinni Webster (MF), Audrey Connelli (MF), Aubrey Mills (D).
Season outlook: The Roadrunners’ keys to success will be to play as one unit and use purposeful movement on the pitch. Delcourt said the team’s strengths should be leadership and a commitment to get better every day, and an area to improve is movement off the ball. The team’s goals, he said, are to “gel as a soccer family, compete at the highest level and improve every day.”

MT. BLUE COUGARS 
Coach: Griffin Conlogue (third year)
Conference: KVAC; Class: A
Last year’s results: 3-9-2
Returning athletes: Seniors — Natalee Orr (F), Allison Casavant (D), Alaya Smith (MF), Kylee Blodgett (D), Jaycee Simoneau (D), Destiny Hensley (GK), Rebekah Denio (MF); Juniors — Nina Bogar (MF/D), Molly Hambrick (MF/D); Sophomores — Olivia Erskine (D), Kari Savage (MF), Abby Dorr (M).
Key losses: Abbey Goodspeed, Gracie Ross, Alissa Butterfield.
Promising newcomers: Seniors — Mindy Tyler (D), Reece Adams (D); Junior — Annabell Fearon; Sophomores — Ava Davis (GK/D), Emma Embleton (D), Izzy Hansen (D), Gracelyn Noles (MF/D); Freshmen — Brynn Middleton (MF), Lily Hastings (F), Scout Simpson (MF).
Season outlook: The Cougars were young last year after graduating 13 players the year before. They have some continuity heading into this season, with a strong core group of returners. Conlogue said team has come together well over the summer and in the preseason and hopes to compete for a playoff spot in Class A North.

OAK HILL RAIDERS 
Coach: Jeremy Young (ninth year)
Conference: MVC; Class: B
Last year’s results: 1-13
Returning athletes: Seniors — Ava Rivet (M/F), Carlee Austin (M/F), Eliana Smith (M/F), Kendall Theriault (D/M), Delia Custer (D), Lindsay Bailey (D/M), MacKenzie Vattaso (GK); Junior — Aikaterini Karamousadakis (D); Sophomores — Sydney Wood (M/F), Tayen Smith (M/F), Audrey Custer (M/F,) Ava Lemont (M/F), Delia Gosselin (M/F).
Key losses: Aubrey McElhaney, Isabelle Greenleaf.
Promising newcomers: Freshmen — Shelbey Elwell (M/F), Kennedy Lane (D).
Season outlook: The Raiders are looking forward to competing for a postseason spot after missing the playoffs the past two years. Last season’s young squad has now matured after only graduating four players from the program in the past two years. The core players that made up those rosters returns with the experience and drive to change their recent fortunes.

OXFORD HILLS VIKINGS 
Coach: Brittany Moore (fourth year)
Conference: North; Class: A
Last year’s results: 7-6-2, reached A North quarterfinals.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Gianna DeVivo (D), Lidia Melanson (D), Ella Pelletier (MF), Graycee Richardson (MF/F), Maddy Herrick (GK), Abby Johnson (MF/F), Paityn Truman (D); Sophomores — Chloe Grover (MF), Kerrigan Watson (F/MF), Oleana Laganas (D), MacKenzie Federico (D).
Key losses: Maddy Miller, Meredith Harthorne, Jane Leonard, McKinley Soehren, Saige Winslow.
Promising newcomers: Seniors — Gabrielle Tibbetts (MF), Kat Corbett (D); Juniors — Marlee Pratt (MF), Kayla Palmer (D); Sophomores — Peyton Cleveland (MF), Ellie Winslow (M), Chloe Bowen (MF/F); Freshman — Layla Hall (D).
Season outlook: The Vikings’ focus this year is helping newcomers transition into the team’s system. While they lost key starters, there are a few players ready to step up in a big way to fill those roles. Goalie Maddy Herrick and center back Gianna DeVivo are back for their fourth varsity season, and their voices and experience will go a long way to setting up and maintaining a strong defensive system.

POLAND KNIGHTS 
Coach: Juan Bustamante (second year)
Conference: WMC; Class: B
Last year’s results: 2-11-1
Returning athletes: Seniors — Ari Gammon (F), Olivia Austin (M), Emma Culleton (M), Jazmin Whittier (B), Cora Douglas (F), Bella Laird (F/M), Emma Jones (F/M); Juniors —Faith Bustamante (B), Alaina Hamlin (M/B), Jenna Caron (M), Elsa Andersson-Maher (M/B); Sophomores — Delilah Farrington (B), Phoebe Paradis (F/B), Graceyn Camire (F).
Key losses: Jill Barnes, Thea Thornton, Gretchyn Paradis.
Promising newcomers: Senior — Olivia Rioux (GK); Junior — Kaylee Hudson (B); Sophomore — Payton Rose; Freshman — Leksi Langevin.
Season outlook: The Knights are looking to be more competitive this year and are optimistic about their chances to turn the one- and two-goal loses from last season into wins in 2024. It won’t be easy, but Bustamante said this group has the talent and the determination to do it. Challenges for Poland this season include keeping players healthy and improving defensive play. Bustamante added that the WMC is extremely competitive, so the Knights are aiming to have six or seven wins for a shot at a playoff game.

RANGELEY LAKERS 
Coach: Jeff Hawksley (10th year)
Class: 8-person
Last year’s results: 10-3, reached 8-person South final.
Returning athletes: Brooke Laliberti, Natalie Stokes, Nichole Lemay.
Key losses: Breezy Quimby, Lily Shafer.
Season outlook: The Lakers expect to again be competitive in their second year of 8-person soccer this season, Hawksley said.

SPRUCE MOUNTAIN PHOENIX 
Coach: Jake Turner (fourth year)
Conference: MVC; Class: C
Last year’s results: 1-13
Returning athletes: Seniors — Tateum Leclerc (F), Grace Espeaignnette (FB), Kenzi Richards (MF/FB), Tyoaka Hodgkin (GK), Ryleigh Pelletier (MF); Juniors — Rylee Turner (FB), Santika Hodgkin (FB); Sophomores — Aubrey Mitchell (FB/MF), Shaylin Holt (MF/F), Ashley Nelson (MF), Madeline Bell (F).
Key loss: Megan Craig.
Promising newcomers: Senior — Sarah Hawkins (MF); Freshmen — Madison Korhonen (MF/F), Willa Johnson (MF/F).
Season outlook: Spruce Mountain looks to bounce back and be more of a force in the MVC after a building year with a young team in 2023. The Phoenix have a good mix of younger players and seasoned upperclassmen, so they are looking to be more balanced in the attack in order to compete in every game. Spruce’s goals this year will be to control possession longer and finish scoring opportunities. Doing so will allow the team to stay competitive in every MVC matchup.

ST. DOM’S SAINTS
Coach: Jarrod Carnrick (third year)
Conference: WMC; Class: D
Last year’s results: 12-4-1, reached Class D state final.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Anna Theriault (G), Charli Apodaca (M), Gabby Allen (F), Lauren Naous (M), Leah Herrick (D), Brooklyn Whited (F), Jordynn Bilodeau (M); Juniors — Nina Brown (F), Ellia Dick (D), Sophia Franciose (M); Sophomores — Piper Croteau (M), Chloe Croteau (F), Madelynne Stratman (D).
Key losses: Avery Gravel, Anna Geyer-Shaheen, Gigi Errico, Rieslynn Bernier.
Promising newcomers: Sophomores — Abby Tidus (M/G), Hailey Labrecque (D), Olivia Tapley (F), Aiva Dorman (M).
Season outlook: The Saints are hoping to build on their successful 2023 season. There is a focus and determination amongst the players that hasn’t been seen the past few seasons, Carnick said. The regular season will be a tough one for the Saints, with a lot of competitive games against strong Class C opponents. The team hopes that will prepare them for another deep playoff run.

TELSTAR REBELS 
Coach: Katy Crooker (first year); assistant coach: Stacy Knight
Conference: 8-player
Last year’s results: 5-7-1, reached 8-player South quarterfinals.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Hayley Smith (MF), Jocelyn Nivus (F), Gabby Thompson (D); Sophomores — Mya Buck (MF), Addisyn Kimball (F), Emma McPherson (F), Aiva Mackay-Montplaisir (F/GK).
Key losses: Mackenzie Elliott, Morgan Zetts.
Promising newcomers: Seniors — Lily Souther (F), Audrey Saito (F); Sophomore — Patience Hart (D); Freshmen — Eva Garant (D), Baylee Dunham (GK), Alexia Indermuehle (D).
Season outlook: Having graduated a large portion of the starting lineup and with a new coaching staff, the Rebels are excited for a new beginning in 2024. Crooker said the team is aiming is to stay within range of last season’s record while focusing on team-building, cardiovascular endurance training and enjoying the game of soccer.

WINTHROP RAMBLERS 
Coach: Joe Menice (first year)
Conference: MVC; Class: C
Last year’s results: In a co-op with Monmouth.
Returning athletes: Seniors — Ella Rice (MF), Zion Armstrong (MF), Katie Beck (F); Junior — Abby St. Clair (MF/D).
Promising newcomers: Sophomore — Ellie Barret (MF/F); Freshmen — Bella Baehr (D), Meelah Presti (D), Elise Bilodeau (D), Jocelyn Babineau (D), Chloe Soucy-Fowler (F), Izzy Lessard (F), Kylee Savage (GK).
Season outlook: The Ramblers are a young group but have four experienced upperclassmen who are ready and excited to lead. Menice said the team is excited to bring girls soccer back to Winthrop High School.