With preseason about a week away it is time now to preview the 2015 fall season for your Wellesley Raiders. Below find last years records, players to watch for, and some thoughts as we head into a new season. As always, make sure to stay tuned to the blog all fall and school year long for updated information on your favorite Raider teams.
Girls Field Hockey:
2014 Record: 9-5-4
Key Returners: Mimi Connor, Sophie Vernon, Nicole Frontero, Dani Hickman
Thoughts: Coming off a run to the D1 South quarterfinals a year ago, the Raiders look to once again compete with the always talented Walpole Lady Porkers who they upset in the tournament a year ago.
Girls Soccer:
2014 Record: 7-7-4
Key Returners: Kiely Noonan, Caitlyn Chicoski, Lucy Acuna, Kaleigh Harris, Michaela Webb, Izzy Hartnett
Thoughts: The Raiders had to fight to get in the tournament last year and were able to win their first round game, before falling to Bishop Feehan. With a solid core back this year though the team looks to be in good shape to make another run at the tournament
Girls Volleyball:
2014 Record: 8-11
Key Returners: Megan Krueger, Jessie Sawyer
Thoughts: The Raiders have had their struggles over the last couple of seasons, but are looking to head in a new direction under new head coach Matt Duggan.
Boys Golf:
2014 Record: 15-0
Key Returners: Charlie Hitch, Harry Grosso, Jake Morrissey, Jack McKenna
Thoughts: The Raiders only lost 4 seniors from a team that went undefeated a year ago, and will be looking to make a push at a state title after coming up just short. Said Grosso, “”We play Needham to open this year and are looking to not only beat our rivals but to start our season with a positive. Needham golf club is all about placement off the tee, so if we can put ourselves into good positions and make some putts I am confident we can start the season with a W.”
Boys Soccer:
2014 Record: 10-4-3
Key Returners: Jeff Gilbert, Matt D’Aneri
Thoughts: The Raiders are coming off their second straight Herget Division title and are looking once again primed to compete for the top spot as well as in the always competitive D1 South which was won last year by the eventual state champion Needham
Boys Cross Country:
2014 Record: 2-6
Key Returners: Thomas D’Aneri, Ben Matejka
Thoughts: Despite the 2-6 finish a year ago, the Raiders still sent 2 runners to all states and will look for even more success as a team and individually
Girls Cross Country:
2014 Record: 7-3
Key Returners: Eve Driver, Madeline Holden
Thoughts: Coming off a successful 2014 campaign the Raiders will look to once again compete for the Herget title as well as send more runners all the way to all states
Girls Swimming:
Key Returners: Lily Gribbel
Thoughts: Coming off a season marked by a first place finish by Gribbel at the all state meet, the Raiders look to contend once again for a Herget title.
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