Coach: Tammy Gallant (first year)

Last year’s record: 14-5, lost in Western B quarterfinal

Returning letter winners: Seniors — Ayla Allen (5-10 forward), Chrissy Briggs (5-9 guard), Kaitlin Armstrong (5-7 guard), Makayla White (5-5 guard);  Juniors — Makenzie Gallant (5-8 guard/forward), Darbi Brown (5-7 guard), Brooke Dolloff (5-10 forward), Abby Day (5-5 guard); Sophomore — Katie Puiia (5-3 guard).

Key losses:  McKenzie Paterson (guard), Lindsay Gallant (guard)

Promising newcomers:  Junior — Addy Gorham (5-10 forward); Sophomores — Brena Brown (5-4 guard), Jena Plourde (5-10 forward).

Outlook:  The Falcons have become a regular in the Western B tournament in recent years and return much of last year’s club including Allen, an all-MVC player.  Briggs, Armstrong and White were all regular contributors last year. Gallant says the Falcons have the MVC championship game in their sights and hope for a return to the Western B tourney.

Coach’s comment: “We want to focus on tough defense because it leads to a transition offense. We will focus on doing the basics well. We want to shoot the ball 50 percent more than our opponent. ” Coach Tammy Gallant