Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/22/19
This is one of a series of previews for the 2019 Philly lacrosse season.
High School: Villa Joseph Marie High School
League: Catholic Academy League
Coach: Stephanie Magnone, 17th year as Head Coach
Key Returnees:
Keeley Connor, Middie, senior, captain
Geena DeAngelis, Attack, senior, captain
Samantha O’Hara, Goalie, senior, captain
Emily Borell, Middie, junior
Emily Noone, Defense, junior
Faith Bartos, Defense, sophomore
Emily Leahy, Attack, sophomore
Ellie McLaughlin, Middie, sophomore
Lindsay Morris, Defense, sophomore
Others to Watch:
Lauren Redican, Middie, freshman
Emma Hagan, Middie, freshman
Ashley Rosica, Attack, freshman
Coach’s outlook: “Looking to be a solid contender this season, as we have several newcomers with experience which will complete our strong team of returning players.”
High School: Sacred Heart Academy
League: Catholic Academy
Coach: Sarah O’Doherty, 2nd year
Last year’s record: 7-10 overall; 5-9 league
Key returnees: Danielle Santora, Julia Flood, Maddie Connors, Emma Winner
Others to watch: Zoe Bounds, Aubrey Connors
Coach’s outlook for 2019 season: “We have a young team but it is being lead by some strong seniors. Our freshman class have all been players for years so it adds some more depth to the bench for varsity. Our two goalies are extremely strong and have not stopped working on their skill. Danielle Santora is going to be our stand out goal scorer but is also someone who will push our other offensive players to score.”