Biddeford Tigers

Coach: Leon Paquin, eighth year

Last year’s results: 10-6, lost in Western Class A quarterfinals

Key returners: Abbie Paquette, Kirsten Lebreux, Charlotte White, Erin Martin, Alex Quigley, Dalani Roy

Key losses: Katelyn Lebreux, Mariah Albert, Katie Plante, Alyssa Baldino, Sara Scott

Coach’s outlook: “We look forward to seeing this group grow together and improve behind our pitchers, and learn to play together and become a strong unit.”

Kennebunk Rams

Coach: Ryan Danley, first year

Last year’s results: 6-10

Key returners: Meg Dube, Brittany Madore, Allison King, Liz Cable

Key newcomers: Ally Gregorie

Key losses: Carinn Burns

Coach’s outlook: “With the drop to Class B for the regular season schedule, there will be a lot of unfamiliarity. There’s a lot to see and many early unknowns. We’re excited and anxious to get the season under way.”

Massabesic Mustangs

Coach: Ray Magnant, third year

Last year’s results: 8-8, lost in Western Class A prelims

Key returners: Renee Dugas, Alex Staples, Sarah Guimond

Key newcomers: Bailey Ohman, Abby Greenleaf, Sarah Howe, Olivia Ducharme

Key losses: Dani Egan, Amber Libby, Kassidy Hill, Regan Adams

Coach’s outlook: “The road to the playoffs may be a little tougher for the Mustangs than the last couple of years. The biggest question mark will be pitching, after losing a strong pitching-catching tandem in Dani Egan and Amber Libby to graduation. Sarah Guimond, a sophomore, is the first to get a shot to lead the Mustangs in the circle. The key for us this year will be how the team gels thought the season.”

 Old Orchard Beach Seagulls

Coach: Jim Pirrello, second year

Last year’s results: 6-10

Key returners: Abby Dubois, Mikayla Geaumont, Amanda Palkovic

Key newcomers: Peyton Fietz, Eryca Leclerc, Tiffany LeClair, Carissa Erickson

Key losses: last year’s seniors

Coach’s outlook: “The team chemistry is excellent, and a mix of experienced players from last year’s varsity and junior varsity teams, and a few standout freshmen, will make for an exciting, interesting year. The athletes’ commitment to each other and improved skills will decide if this team has playoff potential. The talent is there.”

Sanford Spartans

Coach: Mike Bailey, first year

Last year’s record: 11-5, lost in Western Class A final

Key returners: Sam Fecteau, Morgan Fogg

Key newcomers: Jen Jones

Key losses: Sam Adams

Coach’s Outlook: “We are going to be a young team with only two seniors. It is going to be very important that we come together as a team in the early part of the season, and for the younger members of the team to adjust to the varsity level.”

Thornton Academy Golden Trojans

Coach: John Provost, sixth year

Last year’s results: 12-4, lost in Western Class A semifinals

Key returners: Erin Brayden, Bailey Tremblay, Morgan Dube, Taylor Lux, Brooke Cross, Aleisha Cross

Key newcomers: Libby Pomerleau, Kaylee Burns

Key losses: Sam Schildroth

Coach’s outlook: “We look to return to playoffs with solid defense and timely hitting.”

Wells Warriors

Coach: Kevin Fox, 15th year

Last year’s results: 9-7

Key returners: Jordan Agger, Lauren Bame, Meg Young, Maddie Taylor

Key newcomers: Sydnie Bridges, Ally O’Brien, Hannah Moody

Key losses: Monica Link, Zoe Onion, Brigitte Boston

Coach’s outlook: “We are looking to get ourselves back into the playoffs this season after missing them last year. We gain a little experience and motivation by returning a number of players in key positions. It is a very competitive league, and our goal is to hold our own and work hard to get a playoff spot.”