Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/24/23
Hill School
League: MAPL
Head Coach: Claudia LaMarca (1st season at Hill)
Assistants: Mckenna Edwards, Brett Bearrows, Alex Drury
2022 Record: 12-8, 2022 Team Honors: MAPL Co-Champions
Opener date & opponent: IMG Academy, 3-17 (L) 6-7
Key returners: Sam Cifra, Annabella Schafer, Kimaura Schindler, Katie Torr
Key newcomers: Taylor Bigbie, Lilly Hebert
Coach’s Outlook for 2023: “We have a strong 6th form class leading the way with a ton of talented players being able to impact the game in a bunch of different ways. Excited for the strength of our schedule, and to continue to grow together as a program.”
Mercersburg Academy
League: MAPL
Coach: Kristin Ahlgren, 6th year
Last year’s record: 10-6; lost in PAISSA tournament to Springside Chesnut Hill for season end; finished 4th in MAPL
Key returnees: Zarreen Sorho, SR, midfield; Zareena Sorho, SR, attack
Others to watch: Linley Hill, SR, midfield; Cameron Dotson, SR, defense
Coach’s outlook for 2022 season: “Challenging schedule ahead! We look to have our best year ever! Outstanding senior leadership and experience.”
Perkiomen School
League: Penn – Jersey League
Head Coach: Nicole Meehan, 2nd year head coach, Erin McGuire, 2nd year Assistant Coach, Louisy Roest, Assistant Coach
Opener date & opponent: Thursday, March 23rd vs Barrack
Key returners: Bella Barringer (SR GK), Lauren Patnode (JR, Attack)
Key newcomers: Caroline Mellon (SO, MID), Taylor Fields (SO, Attack)
Coach’s Outlook for 2023: “We have ramped up our schedule in that we are playing more competitive teams than we’ve ever played. Looking to compete in a conference championship again with bringing home the championship this 2023 season.”