The East Brunswick High School girls lacrosse team may not have gotten the start it wanted, but Coach Sheri Grondski is expecting a big finish.
"We've had a rough start to this season, but with hard work and dedication, we should be a contender in the conference this year," Grondski said.
East Brunswick lost its first two games. On April 1 the Bears were defeated by Old Bridge, 16-5. Shannon Carney scored two goals for East Brunswick in the loss. Stephanie Chou, Carly Spiewak and Carissa Smith (assist) scored a goal each.
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On April 4, the team was defeated by Monroe, 19-3. Courtney Donlon. Carissa Smith and Diana Colgan scored for East Brunswick.
Senior standouts for East Brunswick this year are Jessica Ferdinand (midfield), Emily Jang (midfield) and Sydney Sachs (defense).
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Juniors on the team include Hannah Moskowitz (goalie), Shannon Carney (midfield), Carly Spiewak (attack) and Connie Kominikiewicz (attack).
Sophomore returnees include Carissa Smith (midfield) and Diana Colgan (attack). Sophomores that are new to the team include Courtney Donlon (attack), Stephanie Chou (attack) and Hunter Fecskovics (attack).
Despite the tough start, Grondski notes "This season’s outlook is positive."
One positive sign from the two losses was that the team was getting a lot of production from young players. It certainly can grow and improve as the season goes along.
Colgan continued her strong start by scoring four goals as East Brunswick recorded its first win, 13-5 over South Plainfield on Thursday, April 7. Ferdinand, Carney and Smith added two goals each. Ferdinand also had three assists.
East Brunswick will by trying to have its first winning streak and make its way back to .500 when it hosts Hillsborough at home on Saturday.
