Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/12/25
One of a series of scholastic previews for the 2025 season
Cardinal O’Hara HS
League: Philadelphia Catholic League
Head Coach: Jen Armstrong (3rd year at O’Hara), Asst Coach: Katie Ward (2nd year at O’Hara)
Opener: March 17th at Conwell Egan
Key Returners: Captains Marina Mersch (GK, Univ of Delaware commit), Chiara Mersch, Fran Fazio, Penny Miller, Alyssa Zebuski, Eva Marquis.
Also returning starters: Alanna Phillips, Ella Cassidy, Abigail Adolph, Natalie DiBlasi, Sophia Gosseaux, Caitin McLain, Gianna Iacone
Key Newcomers: Brigid Donohue, Sammy Hippert, Kylie Donnelly, Madison Merrin, Ava Mainardi, Myla Tilghman, Colette Breen, GK Maddie DiRosato
Coach’s Outlook: “We’re young, fast, and looking to take the next step forward in our program and earn a PIAA 2A state playoff bid.”
Bonner & Prendergast
League: PCL
Head Coach: David Schlesinger (1st year, 185-73, 12 years)
Assistant Coaches: Jennifer Hagerty and Brian Peterson
Opener: 3/15/25 @ Friends Central
Key returners: Seniors: Sarah Oxenberg, Melanie Standen, Leni Verghese, Hayleigh McDonough. Juniors: Tana George, MK Cappiello, &Ava Rainey. Sophomore: Aubrey Peterson
Key newcomers: Sophomore Emma Donahue and Freshman Katie Doceamore
Coach’s Outlook for 2025: “A year of growth and development is ahead for the Pandas. Our focus will be on growing skill sets and establishing a culture of excellence through hard work and fun.”
