Coach: Jacob Johnston (second year)

Last year’s record: Boys: 5th at Class A states; Girls: 11th at Class A states.

Returning skiers: Boys: Juniors — Eban Johnston, Derek Plourde; Sophomore — Lance Harder. Girls: Junior — Taylor Benson; Sophomore — Abbie Gaudette.

Key losses: Katlyn Davis, Inga Rolfe, Addison Gagnon, Andrew Gaudette, Drew Bennett, Travis Nichols,  Jacob Harris

Promising newcomers: Boys: Freshmen — Colby Nadeau, Sam Gagnon, Gavin Cobb.

Outlook: The Hornets graduated six seniors and will look for their juniors to fill the leadership void during a rebuilding year. Johnston, Harder, Gaudette and Benson have state meet experience.

Coach’s comment: “Our hope is that with such a young team we will be able to help each skier focus on their strengths and grow throughout the season.” — Coach Jacob Johnston