Coach: Chip Jones (third year)

Region/Class: Southern Maine Class B

Last year’s record: 1-17

Key returning athletes: Seniors – Zack Godbout (forward), Matt Ingram (defense); Junior – Sam Johnson (forward).

Key losses: Lost eight seniors that were all core players.

Promising newcomers: Many young players look promising, but none stand out yet.

Season outlook: The Black Bears face an uphill battle by being both young and low in numbers. Yet after last year’s 1-17 finish, they only have up to look. The team has a few different goalies, all of whom can keep the Black Bears in games. This year could be a building block for a brighter future for a young core.