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Coach Keith Briscotti looks to be competitive ahead of a tough girls lacrosse schedule

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March 28, 2025
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The girls lacrosse team hoist up their sticks before taking the field against Cor Jesu Academy on April 3, 2024. The team will look to senior midfielders Tallulah Rock and Mary Hails heading into the new season.

Sport: Girls lacrosse 

Head coach: Keith Briscotti

What are some expectations going into the season? 

“To have a unified team that has a lot of fun and grows as people as well as athletes. And hopefully, win a bunch of games,” Briscotti said. 

Challenges for the season: One of the main challenges that Briscotti believes the team will face is a tough schedule. 

Players to watch for: Some key players Briscotti has said to watch for are senior midfielders Mary Hails and Tallulah Rock. 

New faces: Briscotti has identified freshmen Lucy Carroll and Vivian Hussey as notable newcomers to the team. 

 

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