By Bridget Kinross – Sports Editor 

The Jonathan Law girls soccer team is planning on having a very successful season under new head coach Mrs. Francisco. 

The team has had two scrimmages so far with a record of 1-1. Their first official game will be Friday, September 13.

“My biggest goal is to improve the team chemistry,” Francisco said. “The better the bond the better we play.”

The girls on the team have a collective goal of making it to the second round of states as a whole team. 

“Our goal is to have a winning record and to make history for the JLHS girls soccer program – making the second round of states has been a goal for years,” senior captain Cici Lopes said. 

As important as winning is to any team, the girls soccer team is most looking forward to becoming close as a team and having fun on the field. 

“I’m looking forward to winning and playing together as a team, and achieving all of our team goals, but most importantly having fun with all of my teammates,” senior Katie Linn said. 

The team has been playing very well together in practices and in the two scrimmages they have been apart of so far. 

There are two new captains this season, Jill Hall and Lopes, who are prepared to give the team a fresh new start and help lead the girls to the second round of states. 

Hall is excited to be one of the team’s leaders.

“Some advice I would give as a captain would be to never stop working,” Hall said. “If you want to be successful this season never let the fear of not making states or SCCs keep you from becoming successful.”

This season, the team will face tough competition in the SCC, including games against Amity and Cheshire.

The girls work well together and are a cohesive group so they hope to be able to win the games against their biggest rivals. 

“I am really excited to see the team work together to make this the best season yet,” senior Morgan Taylor said. 

The new coaching staff of coach Francisco and assistant coach Mr. Rodriguez have a goal to connect with the players. They are both teachers at Law which helps them get to know the players even better. 

“Being able to teach and coach at the same school is incredible,” Francisco said. “Hopefully it will allow me to make a deeper connection to more students.”