Coach: Kat McKay (fourth year)

Conference: WMC Class: B

Last year’s results: 8-8, lost in Western B quarterfinal.

Returning athletes: Seniors — Kylie Martin (P), Kolby Woods (P), Kelsey DeBurra (C), Michaella Arsenault (2b), Kalor Plummer (3b), Emily Gibson (OF), Haley Whitworth (OF); Sophomores — Sarah Walton (SS), Madison Simard (1b).

Key losses: Lindsay Theriault (SS)

Promising newcomers: Juniors— Erin Brewer (UT), Brooke Bray (OF); Freshmen — Morgan Brousseau (P/1b).

Season outlook: Poland was narrowly edged by Cape in the quarterfinals last spring. The Knights return seven seniors and nine players overall from that squad. With an experienced team,  the Knights could be a competitive club in the WMC and team to watch in the postseason.