Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/25/19
This is one of a series of previews for the 2019 Philly lacrosse season.
High School: Souderton Area High School
Coaches: Nancy Offner, 3rd year as head coach, 4th year with the program; Mike McGowan Assistant Varsity Coach, 4 years; Mel Radcliff, JV Coach, 4 years
Last season’s record: 13-5-0, loss in post season round one
Notable players lost: Sarah Goodwin, Carlie Doughty; and a strong defensive unit of Kayla Moyer, Julianna Borisow, Sophia Lynch and Ceci Puente
Returning/other players to watch: Lauren Scott, Riley McGowan, Randi Hess, Kylie Norbeck, Mariah Bainbridge
Season outlook: “With graduating 10 seniors last year we are looking to tap into the talent of the underclassmen moving up to fill their spots. We have a lot of raw talent that is working hard to make a strong unit as a team. The girls are motivated and excited for a strong, competitive season.”
High School: Upper Dublin
League: SOL American Conference
Coach: Dee Cross, 12th Year
Last year’s record: 12-6 Overall; 6-3 SOL. Lost to Methacton in 1st Round of District 1 playoffs
Key returnees: Becky Browndorf, Sr. Mid; Michelle Wright, Sr. Mid; Mack Moore, Jr. A/M; Jenny McCarry, Soph. A; Jackie Rama, Jr. A; Maisie Hanson, Soph. D, Julia Reardon, Jr. A, Lydia Casey, Jr. D.
Others to watch: Allie Rock, Soph, A/M
Coach’s outlook for 2019 season: “With a core of returning players from last year’s team, we are looking forward to competing in the Suburban One League again this year and hopefully competing in Districts. The girls have been working hard to get better and build on their team chemistry. We are looking forward to starting our season!”
