Nassau girls lacrosse team previews

The Manhasset girls lacrosse team runs across the field to its fans after beating Sayville in the Long Island Class B championship on Sunday, June 1, 2014. Credit: Joseph D. Sullivan
NASSAU I
1. MANHASSET INDIANS
Coach: Danielle Gallagher
2014 record: 19-2
Key players
Lindsey Ronbeck A Sr.
Erin Barry M Jr.
Kellen D'Alleva A/M Sr.
Kathryn Hallet M Sr.
Madi Barcia D Sr.
Outlook: The defending state Class B champs return loaded, led by All-Americans Ronbeck and Barry.
2. COLD SPRING HARBOR SEAHAWKS
Coach: Danielle Castellane
2014 record: 14-6
Key players
Holly Logan M Sr.
Brooke Jensen M Sr.
Lindsay Willcocks M Sr.
Haley Crosson G Sr.
Tara Atkinson A Sr.
Outlook: Returns intact after reaching the state "C" final. Duke-bound Samantha DeBellis and Kate Kotowski, headed to UNC, bolster deep offense.
3. WANTAGH WARRIORS
Coach: Jaclyn Coyne
2014 record: 12-5
Key players
Nikki Sliwak M Jr.
Shea Weber D Sr.
Caitlyn Cerasi M Jr.
Grace Beshlian G Jr.
Madison Conway A Jr.
Outlook: Nassau Class B runner-up returns a strong core, including Hofstra-bound midfielder Darcie Smith.
4. FARMINGDALE DALERS
Coaches: Shari Campbell, Tracy Wiener
2014 record: 9-7
Key players
Bridget Weill A Sr.
Jillian Alonso A Sr.
Tara Wahl A Sr.
Kat Krieg D/M Jr.
Zoe Zebersky D/M Jr.
Outlook: Eight-time defending Nassau "A" champs return key offensive pieces, including Florida-bound Alonso. Wahl returns from torn ACL.
5. GARDEN CITY TROJANS
Coach: Diane Chapman
2014 record: 13-4
Key players
Kristen Adams M/D Sr.
Morgayne Rix D Sr.
Michaela Bruno A/M Jr.
Kerry Defliese M Jr.
Katie Muldoon M Jr.
Outlook: Perennial contender, now led by All-American Adams. Solid attack includes senior Margot McTiernan.
6. NORTH SHORE VIKINGS
Coaches: Meg McCormack, Jeff Butt
2014 record: 12-6
Key players
Carlee Janelli M Sr.
Samantha Capobianco G Sr.
Alexandra Cantwell D Sr.
Lauren Cristodero, D, Sr.
Alexandra Biolsi D Sr.
Outlook: Deep, athletic group includes Kelly Johansen, Ashleigh Sheerin and Geneseo-bound Temilee Chester.
7. MASSAPEQUA CHIEFS
Coach: Megan Zimmer
2014 record: 2-12
Key players
Olivia Batista M Sr.
Maddy Lee M Sr.
Kerri Sayrafe M Sr.
Kole Pollock A Jr.
Outlook: Nassau "A" semifinalists led by Binghamton-bound Batista. Talented transfer Allison Stackpole adds firepower.
8. SOUTH SIDE CYCLONES
Coach: Meaghan Healey
2014 record: 9-8
Key players
Tessa Considine M Sr.
Jill Leonard M Jr.
Katherine Parker M So.
Meg Albertson D Sr.
Brigid Considine A So.
Outlook: Quarterfinalist returns solid roster, including a strong goalie in Alyssa Knab (115 saves).
9. SYOSSET BRAVES
Coach: Lauren LoMonaco
2014 record: 13-3
Key players
Rachel Greenspan M Sr.
Morgan Lannig A Sr.
Rebecca Margolin D Sr.
Katelyn Igneri M So.
Taylor Stadler A Fr.
Outlook: Moves to Conference II after reaching its first Nassau "A" final. Young group, but known for smothering defense.
10. OCEANSIDE SAILORS
Coach: Ken Dwyer
2014 record: 15-2
Key players
Cassie Cesario M Jr.
Taylor Pausello G Jr.
Alison Schwasnick M So.
Christina McCabe A So.
Jenna Doherty A Jr.
Outlook: Up from Conference II after reaching Nassau "A" semifinals. Led by Sacred Heart-bound Cesario, a rising star.
NASSAU II
1. LONG BEACH MARINES
Coach: Rachel Ray
2014 record: 4-10
Key players
Sarah Reznick G Fr.
Siobhan Rafferty M So.
Katie Breglia A Jr.
Rebecca Idson A Sr.
Emma Cohen D Sr.
Outlook: Balanced group with good depth also features midfielder Hannah Sofield and defender Melissa Marry.
2. PLAINEDGE RED DEVILS
Coach: Anthony Giovanelli
2014 record: 7-10
Key players
Alexandra DiChiara M So.
Nicole Ceraso A Jr.
Sarah Stephens M Jr.
Kaitlyn Re G Jr.
Jessica Del Rossi A Jr.
Outlook: Young team on the rise, led by Denver-bound star DiChiara. Solid midfield includes Allyson Banes.
3. PORT WASHINGTON
VIKINGS
Coach: Kaitlyn Carter
2014 record: 9-6
Key players
Gabby Friedman A Sr.
Olivia Ressa A Sr.
Mia Walker D Sr.
Diandra Burton D Sr.
Rachel Rosen, M, So.
Outlook: Nassau "A" semifinalist in five of last six seasons enters new phase with new coach. Claudia Hanover is a talented young goalie.
4. OYSTER BAY
BAYMEN
Coach: Charlie Rizzuto
2014 record: 11-6Key players
Vanessa Yu M Jr.
Michelle Yu M So.
Nicole Hauser A Sr.
Nicki Stanco D Sr.
Emma Devereaux D/M Sr.
Outlook: Nassau "C" runner-up led by dynamic Yu sisters and Hauser. Ashley Duggan and Shelby Cook provide good depth.
5. SEAFORD VIKINGS
Coach: Kurt Dankenbrink
2014 record: 7-8-1
Key players
Allison Palermo M So.
Alyssa Mallory M Jr.
Shannon Duncan A Sr.
Molly Van Duesen D Jr.
Kaitlyn Meyer D So.
Outlook: Graduated seven after reaching Nassau "C" semis. Northwestern-bound Palermo leads fast, defensive-minded midfield.
6. LOCUST VALLEY FALCONS
Coach: Carolyn Sumcizk
2014 record: 11-5
Key players
Lindsay Bleistein M Sr.
Kameron Palagonia A Jr.
Lydia Volpe D Sr.
Caroline Rawa D Sr.
Cassandra Vnook G Sr.
Outlook: Reached the "C" quarterfinals and returns its core, including Wagner-bound Bleistein and leading scorer Palagonia (71 points).
7. CALHOUN COLTS
Coach: James Raucci
2014 record: 6-11
Key players
Natasha Treuman A Sr.
Emily Turrini G Sr.
Danielle Keener M Jr.
Devon Bayer M So.
Megan Keener A So.
Outlook: Treuman is team's inspirational leader, and Christine Collins and Olivia Levy are poised for breakout seasons.
8. HEWLETT BULLDOGS
Coach: Pat Gormley
2014 record: 4-12
Key players
Kylie Halpern A So.
Kristen Decicco M So.
Olivia Epstein A Jr.
Nina Squicciarini D/M So.
Anna Maiorano M Sr.
Outlook: Young team, but has a potentially explosive offense. Halpern has great quickness and field vision.
9. MACARTHUR GENERALS
Coach: Janine Bridgwood
2014 record: 11-4-1
Key players
Erin Vaughan Ware A So.
Tara Brophy M So.
Katelyn Politi M So.
Casey Barrett D Jr.
Shannon Purcell D Fr.
Outlook: Rebuilding after making Nassau "B" playoffs, but Vaughan Ware (39 goals, 24 assists) is a budding star.
10. HICKSVILLE COMETS
Coach: Meri Schneider
2014 record: 8-7
Key players
Hunter Isnardi M Sr.
Noelle Batista M Sr.
Kaitlyn Stockstad M Sr.
Cameron Isnardi A So.
Valerie Panariello A Sr.
Outlook: Reached Nassau Class A quarterfinals but returns young group, led by Hunter Isnardi (42 goals).
NASSAU III
1. EAST MEADOW JETS
Coach: Jamie Lago
2014 record: 11-4
Key players
Kelly Clarke D Jr.
Erin Fowler M Jr.
Danielle Rivas G Jr.
Melissa Peysson D Jr.
Meghan Bender A Jr.
Outlook: Enters a rebuilding phase, but has solid components in Fowler (42 points) and Clarke, an athletic defender.
2. LYNBROOK OWLS
Coach: Vincent Tetro
2014 record: 8-8
Key players
Ciara Gordon M Sr.
Gabrielle Patick A Sr.
Molly Carter A/M So.
Amanda Swanson D Sr.
Bridget Baran M Sr.
Outlook: Returns a talented offense, led by Patick (63 goals) and Binghamton-bound Gordon.
3. BALDWIN BRUINS
Coach: Nicole Lein
2014 record: 3-12
Key players
Kelsey Cohen M Sr.
Morgan Rachlin A Sr.
Alyssa Leone A Sr.
Nicole Shientul G Jr.
Bridget Jules M Jr.
Sarah Pulis M So.
Outlook: Experienced group led by Cincinnati-bound Cohen, who excels in transition. Shientul made 171 saves last year.
4. FRIENDS ACADEMY
QUAKERS
Coach: Kellie Huggins
2014 record: 3-13
Key players
Caroline Sgaglione M Sr.
Julia Ciardullo A Sr.
Belle Evans M Sr.
Alexis Toles D Sr.
Morgan Bauer D Jr.
Outlook: Nassau "C" semifinalist is retooled, now led by Wesleyan-bound Sgaglione.
5. CARLE PLACE FROGS
Coach: Anthony Saccone
2014 record: 8-6
Key players
Elissa Frein M Jr.
Maggie Gerraputa A Jr.
Emily Schevlin M Jr.
Natalie Steck D Jr.
Sophia Urrutia D Jr.
Outlook: Young team with a new coach, the Frogs will use their athleticism with high-pressure defense.
6. CLARKE RAMS
Coach: Rick Aragona
2014 record: 4-7
Key players
Maddie Anderson M Sr.
Nicole Russell M Sr.
Diana Schmitt M Sr.
Julia Cavaluzzi A Sr.
Lexi Zaino M/G Sr.
Outlook: Jenn Wahlig is an explosive scorer and Brianna Ventola and Adrianna Cano help anchor improving defense.
7. ISLAND TREES BULLDOGS
Coach: Jamie Laudage
2014 record: 5-8
Key players
Natalie Sulmonte M Sr.
Brianna Wilson M Sr.
Michaela Siegler A Sr.
Grace Kutzma A/M Jr.
Maggie Hastings M Jr.
Outlook: Towson-bound Sulmonte, who starred as a sophomore, returns after missing most of last season with an injury.
8. ROSLYN BULLDOGS
Coach: Michelle Crennan
2014 record: 12-4
Key players
Hannah Rosenblum M Sr.
Callie Migden M Sr.
Molli Spencer A So.
Samantha Busch M So.
Reilly Liotta M Jr.
Outlook: Rebuilding season, but Rosenblum is versatile and Migden excels defensively and on draws.
9. JERICHO JAYHAWKS
Coach: Joanie Buczkowski
2014 record: 10-6
Key players
Sydney Adler M Sr.
Brittany Goldstein M Sr.
Brianna Sa M Jr.
Gabby Garten D Sr.
Jillian Silverman G Sr.
Outlook: New coach seeks to expand offense. Freshman midfielder Cat Fatehi has tremendous upside.
10. CAREY SEAHAWKS
Coach: Colleen Killoran
2014 record: 5-6
Key players
Dana Susse D Sr.
Cheyenne Samson D/M Sr.
Brett Robison A Jr.
Shannon Giddens D Jr.
Amanda Guido A Sr.
Outlook: Returns several defenders from a solid unit and Guido (29 goals) is a capable scorer.
NASSAU IV
1. MEPHAM PIRATES
Coach: Jim Mulvey
2014 record: 9-7
Key players
Erin Gilroy M Jr.
Taylor Black A/M Sr.
Brianna Caponi A Sr.
Ashley Donnelly A Sr.
Amanda Amalfitano D So.
Outlook: Athletic group led by Gilroy, who sparks a potentially explosive offense.
2. DIVISION BLUE DRAGONS
Coach: Sean Donnellan
2014 record: 8-8
Key players
Alex Sparrow M Sr.
Jamie Alvino A So.
Jacquelyn McCreary D/M Sr.
Alison Talentino D Sr.
MaryEllen McCarthy A Sr.
Outlook: Rebuilding team, but Sparrow is talented and productive, now assuming leadership role.
3. FLORAL PARK KNIGHTS
Coach: Kristen Freiermuth
2014 record: 1-12
Key players
Ally Greco A/M Sr.
Tate Horan M Fr.
Sarah Caulson A Sr.
Nicole Choisez D Jr.
Emma Schlechter M Jr.
Outlook: Struggled last season, but returns several key players who are more experienced.
4. BETHPAGE
GOLDEN EAGLES
Coach: Kate Wright
2014 record: 4-7
Key players
Alexa Ritchie A So.
Luana Barbuzano M Sr.
Isabella Bradley M Sr.
Kristie Marotta D Sr.
Jessica Losquadro D So.
Outlook: Athletic group with some potential, including Ritchie, who scored 21 goals.
5. MINEOLA MUSTANGS
Coach: Frank Massaro
2014 record: 7-7
Key players
Emma Fater M Jr.
Ally Iannelli A Jr.
Aileen Muller D Jr.
Jenna Paretti M Sr.
Sabrina Ferreri M Sr.
Outlook: Rebuilding, but finished last season on a three-game win streak. Ianelli and Fater are productive offensively.
6. NEW HYDE PARK
GLADIATORS
Coach: Dominic Gagnon
2014 record: 6-6
Key players
Keeley McGrath M Sr.
Laila Chadli D Sr.
Abby Sollecito A Sr.
Camille Bangug D Sr.
Kirsten Rivers D Sr.
Outlook: Balanced offensively with shifting, interchangeable players and aggressive defense.
7. HERRICKS HIGHLANDERS
Coach: Lauren Marra
2014 record: 3-10
Key players
Bridgette Stacom M Sr.
Ally Pazienski M Sr.
Lauren Bascelli M/A Sr.
Kaley Nictas D Sr.
Madison Marciano A Jr.
Outlook: Experienced group led by Marymount-bound Stacom, a facilitator with great game sense. Oneonta-bound Bascelli is a strong leader and an aggressive offensive force (36 goals).
8. BELLMORE JFK COUGARS
Coach: Jayna Kyriacou
2014 record: 4-8
Key players
Lauren Kranis M Sr.
Ariel Lofaro M Sr.
Anna Lawrence A Sr.
Nicolina Torchia M So.
Nicole Khouryawad G Fr.
Outlook: Rebuilding team, but does have potential with Kranis, who scored 40 goals last season.
9. FREEPORT RED DEVILS
Coaches: Danielle Torre, Meredith Jones
2014 record: 11-4
Key players
Jenell Muir D Sr.
Katherine Sanchez M Jr.
Ngozi Douglas M Sr.
Janique Lewis M Sr.
Ashleigh Collins G Jr.
Outlook: Up from Conference V after tying for first place. Athletic group seeks to build on its success.
10. GLEN COVE BIG RED
Coach: Nicole Sileo
2014 record: 10-4
Key players
Rosa Pangari D Sr.
Jenny Armstrong D Sr.
Selena Guastella A Sr.
Catherine Hatala M Sr.
Synella Gonzalez D Sr.
Outlook: Improved by six wins last season and makes jump from Conference V to IV.
NASSAU V
1. WHEATLEY WILDCATS
Coach: Terry Grace
2014 record: 6-9
Key players
Morgan Hanel M Sr.
Gabbie Leccese M Sr.
Nicole Carnabuci A/M Sr.
Allie LaMonica A/M So.
Micki Wain M/A So.
Outlook: Transfer Hannah Woodward is a great scorer and Wain (25 goals) has potential.
2. PLAINVIEW JFK HAWKS
Coach: Janine Abramo
2014 record: 2-12
Key players
Jessica Steinhilber M Sr.
Renee Petelis M Jr.
Lauren Healy M So.
Katie Woodburn A Sr.
Gabby Maher D Sr.
Outlook: Very young team, seeks to develop skills and build cohesiveness.
3. GREAT NECK SOUTH REBELS
Coach: Christine Hakanjin
2014 Record:Key players
Casey Li M Sr.
Sherry Yang M Sr.
Mia Oginski M/A Jr.
Dani DelPonte M So.
Jordana Ovadia A So.
Outlook: Last season's conference co-champ hopes to continue progression.
4. GREAT NECK NORTH
BLAZERS
Coach: Kristen Cornicello
2014 record: 6-6
Key players
Gabrielle Berger M Jr.
Alexandra Lavian M Sr.
Kendall Hakimi D Sr.
Colette Greenbaum A Jr.
Ariella Lerner A Fr.
Outlook: Returns most of its core, including solid defense. Offense sparked by lefty attackers Greenbaum and Lerner.
5. WEST HEMPSTEAD RAMS
Coach: Nicole Rodrigues
2014 record: 3-8
Key players
Jamie McSpedon M Sr.
Maia Jones G Sr.
Kayla Cleare M Sr.
Emily Wirtz A Sr.
Hailey Destasio M So.
Outlook: Talented young group includes freshman midfielder Taylor DeAlessandro and sophomore Lisette Polomo.
6. MALVERNE-EAST
ROCKAWAY
ROCKIN' MULES
Coach: James Amalfitano
2014 record: 7-7
Key players
Renee Best M Jr.
Lakaiya Eskarge D Jr.
Alyssa Tursi A Sr.
Katherine Umana M/A Sr.
Amanda Barbaro D So.
Outlook: Improved by four wins last season and seeks to build on that success.
7. VALLEY STREAM
DISTRICT EAGLES
Coach: Jessica Zwicker
2014 record: 4-6
Key players
Nicole Cutrone D Jr.
Paige Maggio A Jr.
Bridget Dolan A Sr.
Kristen Piteo A Sr.
Vanesa Salinas D Sr.
Outlook: Returns entire attack group and expects to contend for conference title.
8. SEWANHAKA INDIANS
Coach: Erica Brennan
2014 record: 0-12
Key players
Daniella Ford M Sr.
Michelle Niles D Sr.
Kylie Woo M So.
Nicole Santoli G Sr.
Outlook: Led by Ford, a versatile athlete, and Santoli (129 saves). Woo is a shining up-and-comer.
9. ELMONT SPARTANS
2014 record: 0-9
Key players
Monique Joseph
Ashante Rhodes
Jasmine Rowe
Leslie Garrido
Outlook: Joseph is a solid scorer and can improve on last season's 21 goals.
10. HEMPSTEAD TIGERS
Coach Raymie Tand
2014 record: 1-8
Key players
Kayla Greene M Sr.
Kayla Chicas D Jr.
Shakayla Nurse A So.
Brittni Smith D Jr.
Nyjaha Pyatt D So.
Outlook: Young team led by Albany-bound speedster Greene, who is one of two seniors (Sandra Garcia-Henriquez).
11. ROOSEVELT
ROUGH RIDERS
2014 record: 0-7
Key players
Precious Hall M So.
Wura Ayo M So.
Outlook: Winless in its inaugural season but continues to build.
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