NORTH PENN GIRLS’ SOCCER PREVIEW
Coach: Mike Rio (8 years)
Assistant coaches: Gina Scotto Capps, Casey Hagan Warhola, Anna Fiore, Drew Schmitz
Last year’s record: 1-8-1 in League, Overall 8-9-1, lost in the first round of District Playoffs to West Chester Henderson.
Notable losses: Izzy Rudnick (Penn), Sophia Zampirri
Key returners: Jadyn Sperling (SS/D), Alyssa Chartrand (SR/D), Allison Schall (SR/D), Paige Gladfelter (SR/M), Elliot Hanrahn (SR/M), Maddie Gorman (JR/M) Avery Krepps (JR/M), Lani Bachmann (SO/M), Annaliese Marnien (SO/F).
Others to watch: Julia Fiore (SR/G), Catie Ciotti (SR/G), Xienna Bachmann (FR/F)
Strengths/Question Marks: “The majority of the senior class has been part of the team since freshman year and have been a playoff team for each of the past three seasons, which was the first time with that streak in almost 20 years. They will look to continue that trend. The defense is anchored by three seniors - Jadyn, Allison and Alyssa, who have developed really strong chemistry in the back line. The sophomores - Lani and Annaliese - led the team in points last year and will look to continue to impact the game. We have two quality goalies and a wealth of experience in the mid-field anchored by new captains Elliot and Avery.”
Outlook: “As every year, we know we are up against one of the toughest divisions in PIAA that accounts for the defending state champs and runner-up. We know outside of those teams the other three in our division also are impressive with a lot of quality players. We will look to continue to compete every game and make the playoffs for a fourth season in a row. We know we are a strong team when we play our best game and will look to maintain that quality for longer stretches throughout the season and hopefully translate it into a playoff run.”
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