Abington Field Hockey Previw

08/16/12 2:47pm Posted by editor

ABINGTON FIELD HOCKEY PREVIEW

Coach:  Amanda Deering – 5th year head coach, 9th season with team

Assistant coaches:  Adele Kelly, Barbara O’Neill, Kristin Stoddart, Alisha DiMarzio

Last year’s record:  6-11-1; 3-10-1 (league)

Notable losses:  Caitlin Chapla; Vika Guendelsberger; Hanna Weckel; Dana Heller; Max Malloy

Key returners: Katherine Geating – Senior Forward; Faith Geating – Senior Goalkeeper; Kate Tarasiewicz – Senior defense; Grace Troyer – Junior midfield

Others to watch:  Cate Hughes – Senior Defender; Clare Rowley – Senior Forward; Gabby Rights – Senior midfield; Noelle Rao – Senior midfield; Jackie Farides – Junior Forward;

Outlook:  “The Ghosts are returning only four starters from last year’s team. This year’s success will be built each day we practice, each day we compete, and our ability to continue to improve throughout the season. The team is very coachable and willing to do the work necessary to be a contender in every game.”

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