UPPER DUBLIN GIRLS’ BASKETBALL PREVIEW
Coach: Morgan Funsten (6th Year)
Assistant coaches: Monica Newman, Shira Newman, Meg Malatack
Last year’s record: 21-7 Overall, 12-2 Conference, 9th Place District I 6A Playoffs, Lost in 1st Round of PIAA 6A State Playoffs
Notable losses: Demi Balasa, Josie Barrett (Scranton)
Key returners: F Nicole Kaiser (Sr.), G Maggie Weglos (Sr.), F Jackie Vargas (So.)
Others to watch: G Meg Barbera (Jr.), F Kara Grebe (So.), G Dayna Balasa (Fr.), G Sarah Eskew (Fr.), G Jess Polin (Fr.)
Strengths: Balance, Depth, Commitment
Question Marks: Inexperience, Defense
Outlook: “The 2017-2018 Upper Dublin girls' basketball team returns three starters from last season that achieved a 21-7 record and a third consecutive State Playoff Appearance. The team is led by Nicole Kaiser (1st Team All League), Maggie Weglos (Honorable Mention All League), and Jackie Vargas. The team’s overall depth will be a strength and will help progress the team by bringing out the best in each other at practice. The team is aiming to have another strong showing in the post-season and contend for the Suburban One American Conference title.”
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