Young players provide girls soccer with more than talent

Head coach: Amy Lombardo  (7th Season)

Last year’s record: 9-6-1

Key returnees: Arianna Quevedo (So. M), Jenny LaRocca (Jr. M), Rachel White (Jr. D), Elizabeth Spadafino (Jr. F), Chloe Witt (Sr. M)

Key losses: Cassidy Mazzone (D), Katie Gallagher (M), Jillian LaRocca (Defender), Christine Franklin (D), Chelsea Lee (M), Gina Criscuolo (G)

Key newcomers: Carli Pietra (So. D), Kyra Kennedy (So. M), Erin Flanagan (Jr. G), Sam Nicklas (So. G), Izzy Bussanich (Jr. D), Lauren Hussey (Jr. D), Dani Freeman (Jr. F)

Strengths of team: The youth of this team is something that can serve as a true driving force this season throughout their campaign. The drive and passion for the game that comes with a youthful side is something that should not be overlooked by any team coming up against Pascack Valley this year.  

Areas that need improvement: While the youth of this side is an X-factor that can give them an edge this year, with that youth, also comes a lack of experience, something that may an area of concern for Pascack Valley.

Outlook:  As a whole, this is quite a youthful team with potential to grow this season. The spirit and positivity that comes with having a youthful team can lead to a fantastic season and can certainly allow them to upset teams during tournament time, where heart and spirit can will you to victory in one-and-done scenarios.

Coach’s comment: “For me, a successful season is seeing our team improve as a whole with each and every game so that when tournament time comes around we can upset a couple of teams.”