{"id":45155,"date":"2024-12-05T09:34:35","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T13:34:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.knightcrier.org\/?p=45155"},"modified":"2024-12-05T09:34:49","modified_gmt":"2024-12-05T13:34:49","slug":"2024-2025-winter-sports-preview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.knightcrier.org\/sports\/2024\/12\/05\/2024-2025-winter-sports-preview\/","title":{"rendered":"2024-2025 Winter Sports Previews"},"content":{"rendered":"

The following NPHS Winter Sports previews include all teams who replied to The Knight Crier’s request for information<\/em><\/p>\n

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Team:<\/strong> North Penn Girls Swimming<\/p>\n

Coach:<\/strong> Andy Walton<\/p>\n

Assistant Coaches:<\/strong> Ericka Makaron, Eric Weathers, Beth McConnell, Ethan McCalla<\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s record:<\/strong> 9-1<\/p>\n

Notable losses:<\/strong> Emma Raser, Sarah Poach<\/p>\n

Key returners:<\/strong> Maddie Faikish, Anna Heebner, Mikayla Potts, Zoe Welsh, Kailey Forte and Ruth Kim<\/p>\n

Others to Watch:<\/strong> Kathyrn DiLenge, Meghan O\u2019Donnell<\/p>\n

Strengths:<\/strong> This season brings with it the 2 times State Champion Maddie Faikish along with a diverse depth of strong swimmers. There are several upcoming freshmen with times very close to the district cut standards.<\/p>\n

Question Marks:<\/strong> Who will step up to fill the shoes of the strong graduate swimmers?<\/p>\n

Outlook:<\/strong> The success of NP girls’ swim team depends on factors like returning experienced athletes, the addition of new talent, and effective training. Strong leadership and team dynamics will enhance performance. Coaches will look to find where swimmers fit into the team dynamics. Finally, the strength of the competition will influence the team\u2019s success, pushing swimmers to perform at their best. These elements combine to shape the team’s season outlook.<\/p>\n

Meets to Watch:<\/strong> Upper Dublin and Souderton<\/p>\n

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Team:<\/strong> North Penn Boys Swimming\/Diving<\/p>\n

Coach:<\/strong> Andy Walton (2nd year at NP)<\/p>\n

Assistant Coaches:<\/strong> Ericka Makaron, Eric Weathers, Beth McConnell, Ethan McCalla, Carlene Stumpo<\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s record:<\/strong> 10-0, League, District, and State Champs<\/p>\n

Notable player losses:<\/strong> Mason Potts, Alex Burns, Brayden Kemezis<\/p>\n

Key returners:<\/strong> Mason DiMauro, Breaden Loa, Ryan O’Donnell, Eli Panachyda, Nevin Shaw, Macek Vandermolen<\/p>\n

Others to Watch:<\/strong> David Dian, Neil McGeehan, Matt O’Donnell,<\/p>\n

Strengths:<\/strong> Team SPEED, We know how to race!<\/p>\n

Questions Marks:<\/strong> Filling the holes left by the seniors in relays<\/p>\n

Outlook:<\/strong> The boys look to compete again at the highest level<\/p>\n

Games to Watch:<\/strong> Upper Dublin, CB West<\/p>\n

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Team:<\/strong> North Penn Ice Hockey<\/p>\n

Coach:<\/strong> Kevin Vaitis – been with NP Ice Hockey for 22 years, and this is their 16th year coaching the Varsity Team.<\/p>\n

Assistant Coaches:<\/strong> Frank Stumpo Matt Stella, George Watkins<\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s record:<\/strong> 12-11-1<\/p>\n

Last year League Record:<\/strong> -11-9-1<\/p>\n

Last Year League Record Including Crossovers:<\/strong> 11-9-1<\/p>\n

Notable player losses:<\/strong> John Stinson, Joey Silvotti, Maks Harkins, Matt Yothers, Chris Seward<\/p>\n

Key returners:<\/strong> Cole Pluck, James Boyle, Nolan Shingle, Danny Cabrales, Sam Norton, Aidan Quigley, Chase Kelly Del-Ricci<\/p>\n

Others to Watch:<\/strong> Chris Silvotti, Andy Norton, Landon Hostetter, Izzy Cabrales<\/p>\n

Strengths:<\/strong> The Knights return 15 players from last year’s team that returned to the league playoffs for the first time in 4 years and also the Flyers Cup – state tournament. With the experience coming back the Knights are strong up front with multiple lines that can score goals and strong defense and goaltending where they will not give up many goals.<\/p>\n

Questions Marks:<\/strong> Can the Knight sustain scoring from all three lines? Can the defense and goaltending be a backbone for this team? Does the team have the determination to take those extra steps?<\/p>\n

Outlook:<\/strong> The Knights have a bright season in front of them. They have a talented roster and will be able to compete with the other top teams in the league. Let’s hope they can put it together and have a very rewarding season.<\/p>\n

Games to Watch:<\/strong>
\n– 11\/27 NP vs. CB South Thanksgiving Eve – County Line Cup
\n– 12\/19 NP vs. Pennridge
\n– 1\/3 NP vs. Souderton
\n– 1\/22 NP vs. CB West
\n– 2\/5 NP vs. Council Rock South<\/p>\n

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Team:<\/strong> North Penn Boys Basketball<\/p>\n

Coach:<\/strong> Cordell Lord<\/p>\n

Assistant Coaches:<\/strong> Ethan Blom, Craig Rosenberger, Zeek Johnson, Dante Watson<\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s record:<\/strong> 12-10<\/p>\n

League Record:<\/strong> 7-3
\nLeague Record Including Crossovers:<\/strong> 3-3
\nOverall Record:<\/strong> 12-10<\/p>\n

Notable player losses:<\/strong> Norm Gee, Corey Meade, Tre Simpson<\/p>\n

Key returners:<\/strong> Ahmaar Godhania, Lee Hammond<\/p>\n

Others to Watch:<\/strong> Aiden Atkinson, Gabe Altemus, Shane Ward<\/p>\n

Strengths:<\/strong> Athleticism, Length and Speed<\/p>\n

Questions Marks:<\/strong> Varsity Experience<\/p>\n

Outlook:<\/strong> We have a young team in terms of experience, and it will be important for us to grow as much chemistry as possible to get off to a fast start. We are confident that we can have a successful season and grow off the past two seasons that we have had success.<\/p>\n

Games to Watch:<\/strong>
\nSpring ford 12\/3
\nMethacton 12\/28
\nUpper Dublin 1\/16<\/p>\n

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Team:<\/strong> Girls Indoor Track and Field<\/p>\n

Coach:<\/strong> Brandon Turner<\/p>\n

Assistant Coaches:<\/strong> Kyle Richhart, Kayla Charles, Brian Pellechia<\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s record:<\/strong> No individual meets during the indoor season so we did not have a record<\/p>\n

Notable losses:<\/strong> Gemma Chevoor, Miranda Jimenez, Sophia Schell, Maddie Gee, Laura Liebiger, Alex Duff<\/p>\n

Key returners:<\/strong> Zianna Dobson, Taylor Anderson, Kennedy Blackwell, Gianna Williams, Allison Schall, Aliyah Larkins<\/p>\n

Others to Watch:<\/strong> Bailey Wagner, Alyssa Chartrand<\/p>\n

Strengths:<\/strong> Strong field events returning from last year<\/p>\n

Questions Marks:<\/strong> Youth and inexperience. Lost 22 seniors last year, who will step up and lead?<\/p>\n

Outlook:<\/strong> Should be a great season. Will have the opportunity to compete for medals and strengthen areas of weakness prior to the Spring Season<\/p>\n

Games to Watch:<\/strong> Meet of Champions @ University of Penn, State Championship @ PSU, Kristian Marche Memorial Invite @ UPENN<\/p>\n

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Team:<\/strong> Wrestling<\/p>\n

Coach:<\/strong> Mr. Swiggard (Jim)<\/p>\n

Assistant Coaches:<\/strong> Mr. Smith (Rick), Joey O’Brien, Owen Verespy, Mikey O’Brien, Will Laughlin<\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s record:<\/strong> 2-19<\/p>\n

League Record:<\/strong> 0-5<\/p>\n

Overall Record:<\/strong> 2-19<\/p>\n

Notable losses:<\/strong> Michael Cliver<\/p>\n

Key returners:<\/strong> Dan Mallitz, Jonny O’Brien, Colton Marjoram, Kaden Cocca<\/p>\n

Others to Watch:<\/strong> Frank Palazzo, Dan Seiler, Levi Gibson, Tristan Lewis, Chase Muller, Braydon Kohler, Ryan Kwortnik, Connor Howard<\/p>\n

Strengths:<\/strong> We are a fairly young team and bring back a group of solid Sophomores<\/p>\n

Questions Marks:<\/strong> lack of experience<\/p>\n

Outlook:<\/strong> We are a young team coming off of a tough season with a new coaching staff. We are looking to build a winning culture and earn a winning record and have wrestlers reach their individual goals in the postseason.<\/p>\n

Games to Watch:<\/strong> 1\/8 vs CBW, 1\/15 vs CBS, 1\/29 vs Souderton, 2\/5 vs CBE<\/p>\n

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