Springfield Fall Sports Preview

Football coach’s outlook: “I don’t like to predict or guess how our season will go. What I will say is that finally after five or six years of rough rides Springfield football is back in good shape, for sure we’ll show up every week.”

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2016-08-29 / Sports Springfield Fall Sports Preview «» View full-size http://www.eagletimes.com/sites/www.eagletimes.com/files/imagecache/full/SprCC_0.jpghttp://www.eagletimes.com/sites/www.eagletimes.com/files/imagecache/full/SprFB.jpghttp://www.eagletimes.com/sites/www.eagletimes.com/files/imagecache/full/SprFH.jpghttp://www.eagletimes.com/sites/www.eagletimes.com/files/imagecache/full/SprGS.jpg Field Hockey Co-head coaches: Lyndsie Perkins, Kelly DeAngelis Last year's record: 4-6-3, Marble Valley League Individual accomplishments: Aunna Parker, All-MVL goalie Returning athletes: The Cosmos return 11 seniors, two juniors and one sophomore. Newcomers who could make an impact: Ashley Wilcox Key losses: Alisha Dykes and Kelsey Gould Coachs’ outlook: “Great group of girls! They are positive role models for younger athletes and have helped to build the Springfield Field Hockey program this summer through Parks and Recreation. We are really excited to have a large group who we have watched grow together over the years.” Girls Soccer Head coach: Kevin Hoisington Assistant coaches: Joe Costello Last year's record: 2-14 Individual accomplishments: Jade Twombly, MVL 1st Team; Lizzie Mackenzie, MVL Honorable Mention; Lina Geyer, MVL Honorable Mention; Grace Morvan, MVL Honorable Mention Returning athletes: Lina Geyer, Sr.; Katherine Moulton, Sr.; Taylor Lyles, Sr.; Candace Hadwen, Sr.; Hannah Crosby, So.; Lizzy Parker, So. Newcomers who could make an impact: “We have a solid group of freshman. They are strong and willing to work hard. How quickly they pick up the level of play they are entering into will be a big part of our season's success.” Key losses: Jade Twombly, Brooke Willey, Lizzie Mackenzie, Adrienne Stevens, Leah Goden, Samantha Metcalf, Ari Rowe, Calista Polidor, Lexi Bellows Coach’s outlook: “The Cosmos will be captained by a strong group of seniors who have the leadership skills on and off the field to make the season a very rewarding one. The expectations of those seniors is to help motivate and progress our younger athletes to be able to handle bigger rolls as the season moves forward.” Football Head coach: Rich Saypack Assistant coaches: Todd Aiken, TJ Wallace, Shaun Laplante, Nate Haskell, Tom Tier Last year's record: Overall 3-7, Division 3 3-6 Team accomplishments: Seventh seed in D-3, wildcard playoff spot, lost to No. 2 U-32. Individual accomplishments: Ben Tubbs, North / South Senior Game, Shrine Game Returning athletes: Evan Otis, Jr.; Calvin Roby, Jr.; Jayson Webster, Jr.; Mason Onley, Jr.; Kyle Monier, Jr.; Ryan McSally, Jr.; Matt Lachapelle, Jr.; JJ Lecouffe, Jr.; Trent Briere, Jr.; Bryson Jester, So.; Deacon Watson, So.; Bradley Bennett, Jr.; EJ Bromley, Sr. Newcomers who could make an impact: John Stafford, Jr. Key losses: Ben Tubbs, Zach Tubbs, Josh Hoy, Chris Ficklin, Kyle Weeks Coach’s outlook: “I think D-3 will be very competitive this year. We’ll find out early how tough. We open non-division in BF, then host Woodstock and Windsor, two teams that are always tough in D-3. Add in the combo effort of MSJ / Poultney, solid schools of U-32 and Otter Valley are all signs we need to be ready to play every week. “The upshot for us, we’re young. One senior with playing experience, after that we’re a team of juniors, sophomores and freshman. We need to overachieve for success. That being said we should match up with anyone upfront. The question will be how quickly our skill positions mature. “I don’t like to predict or guess how our season will go. What I will say is that finally after five or six years of rough rides Springfield football is back in good shape, for sure we’ll show up every week.” Cross Country Head coach: Stephen Lawrence Returning athletes: Patrick Parillo, Sr.; Ben Parent, Sr.; Chris Starr, Jr.; Eva Harris, Jr.; Alex Grasely, Jr.; Haley St. Louis, So. Newcomers who could make an impact: Branden Bryant, So.; Brandon McCutcheon, Sr.; Sandra Anani, exchange student; Becka Delbove, Sr.; Kaila Johnston, Jr.; Jenna Knight, Jr.; Austin McFadden, So. Key losses: Ryan Cooney, Andy Freeman, Rayven Hersey, Rebecca Ferreira, Guilia Benvenuto, Jule Latocki Coach’s outlook: “We've had a rough few years, hopefully athletes are coming in with some milage under their belts. There's been a lot of positive buzz amongst students about the sport of cross country in Springfield - hopefully this will increase numbers, dedication and recognition.” Boys Soccer Head coach: Kate Moriglioni Assistant coaches: Devan McCarty - JV coach Last year's record: “Last year was a tough season. We are hoping to use last year’s season as motivation for our future games.” Individual accomplishments: Andrew Towne, 1st Team MVL; Eli LaFleur, MVL Honorable Mention; Ian Mattson, MVL Honorable Mention Returning athletes: “We are fortunate enough to have a strong spirited group of athletes who are dedicated to the team and soccer who have all returned to take on this season.” Newcomers who could make an impact: “Springfield has several upcoming freshmen from Riverside and Weathersfield that are going to be a huge asset to our team. I think over the next few years people are going to enjoy watching them grow as they continue to gain experience and skill.” Key losses: “Last year we graduated two seniors, which will be missed. This season we replace those two with six very talented seniors. We have suffered a loss from several younger players moving out of town that has impacted our overall team numbers.” Coach’s outlook: “I am so excited for this season. I feel the positive energy from the team on the field as preseason has begun. The team is as strong as ever and they are ready for this season to begin. They have been working hard all year and are motivated to unify as a team to have a good season.”