They lost ten seniors and their longtime head coach Cathy Dancz, but, in their second scrimmage of the 2013 season, the Wreckers looked cohesive and strong. While an official score was not kept, the team, led by new headcoach Pete Najarian, shutout the Hamden Green Dragons.

Staples came on strong with captain Ryan Kirshner ’13 coming up with the draws and playing well in the center position. Within minutes returning varsity member Jenna McNicholas ’15 scored the Wreckers’ first goal, with goals from Kirshner, Molly O’Shea ’14, and Paige Murray ’15 following.

From the first goal until the end of the game, Staples dominated the field and proved that their young talent could prevail.

Defender Allison April ’13 felt that this game was the perfect way to begin a great season. “This was our first game as a team and I think that we were able to come together and learn each other’s strengths,” April said.

With captain Megan O’Shea ’13 out with a concussion, Staples had to overcome another obstacle. O’Shea, taking notes on the sidelines, noted how Staples owned each possession and grabbed every draw control. O’Shea is hopeful for the outcome of the season from what she has observed. “I have been watching the team progress from day one to today and we are just getting better and better each day,” O’Shea said.

While it was just a friendly scrimmage, the Wreckers gained a sense of confidence after their successful performance.  Midfielder Jess Adrian ’13 knows that fans will not be disappointed. “We have a lot to prove, and I think we did that on the field today,” Adrian said.