One in a series of HS previews for the 2026 season
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 3/19/26
Pope John Paul II High School
League: PAC
Head Coach: Lauren Hughes, 2 years, Record 7-11; Assistant coaches- Deb Ford and Mary Souder
2025 Record: 7-11
Key returners: Molly Bachman (Senior), Emily McCann (Junior), Regan Kirby (Junior) Ella Delciotto (Senior) and Teeghan Delaney (Senior), Angelina Sabatino (Senior)
Key newcomers: Varsity Newcomers- Riley King (Freshman), Allie Fish (Junior) and Reese McCoy (Junior) Erin Hunter (Sophomore)
Coach’s Outlook for 2026: “As we begin the new season and this is my 2nd year as Head Coach, our focus is on growth, teamwork, and competing at a high level every day. We have a great mix of returning players and new athletes who bring energy to the program. The leadership from our upperclassmen will be key in helping set the tone both on and off the field. Our goal this year is to continue improving each game and build strong chemistry as a team. With several experienced players returning, we expect to be competitive in our conference while also developing younger players who will contribute throughout the season. Most importantly, we want our athletes to compete hard, support each other, and represent our school with pride. If we continue to work hard and improve every day, I believe this group has the potential to have a successful season.”
Pottsgrove
League: PAC
Head Coach: Brandy Scherer 3rd year, Kirstin Urie, Hailey Damich
2025 Record: 11-7
Key returners: Vivian Kyler (jr, attack), Josie Wyatt (jr., midfield), Gianna Rytel (jr, defense/midfield), Lexi Moon (sophomore, midfielder), Sophia Singleton (sophomore, midfield), Morgan Gray (sophomore, attack)
Key newcomer: Emily Sambrick
Coach’s Outlook for 2026: “We are looking to continue to build off of our success from our 2025 season, but also understand this is a different team. We had 3 starters from last year not return, which has created a whole new look. We are a young team that is looking to grow each day. Success is about hustling , effort and attitude— good things will follow.”
