​Of the SouthCoast’s seven high school field hockey teams,  four — Apponequet, Bishop Stang, Dartmouth and Old Rochester  — qualified for the MIAA playoffs a year ago. Only three of the area’s top 12 players from 2025 are back, opening the door for up-and-coming players to make a name for themselves. Here’s a look at SouthCoast’s seven field hockey teams heading into the 2026 season: APPONEQUETHead coach: Cindy Cuthbertson (40th year at Apponequet, 46th overall) Last year’s record: 6-9-5Names to know: Jill Gagnier, Jr., M; Ashley Smith, Sr., G; Ashley Mitch, Sr., D; Langstyn Vasques, Sr., F; Ruby Martin, Sr., F; Natalie Nahan, Jr., M; Jatie Abreau, Sr., F; Ryan Messier, So., M; Corinne Mello, So., F; Nora Whowell, Jr., F. Outlook: With a nice mix of veteran players and newcomers, the Lakers field a solid all-around team that is looking to once again qualify for the state tournament. “They are great kids,” said head coach Cindy Cuthbertson. “They are working really hard and are great team players; there are no superstars.” BISHOP STANG  Head coach: Kara Caron (8th year)Last year’s record: 7-9-2Names to know: Tess Hamilton, Sr., M; Sophia Jackson, Sr., M; Kerrin Araujo, Jr., M; Rylie Dutra, Jr., F; Sophia Baker, So., F; Izzy Boudeau, So., D. Outlook: Graduation hit Bishop Stang hard with the loss of eight players from a year ago. Even though the Spartans have a young defensive unit and new goalie, they do have some experience and skill at midfield and the forward line which should pave the way for another successful season. “Our goals this season are to increase our scoring production and finish the year with more wins than losses,” said head coach Kara Caron. “We have strong team chemistry and leadership, and are excited to see how far we can go this season.” DARTMOUTHHead coach: Beth Arguin (10 plus years)Last year’s record: 15-3-2Names to know: Lilly Robert, Sr., D; Madelyn Sedgwick, Sr., M; Isabella Renzo, Jr., F; Tenley Simmons, So., M; Mae Amaral, Jr., M/D; Rebecca Watson, Fr., F; Reagan Sedgwick, So., F; Letty Nelson, Sr., G; Savana Hilton, So., G; Karina Jeronimo, Sr., D; Eva Mello, Sr., F; Emery Simmons, So., D/M and Avery Cohen, So., D/M; Aria DaLuz, Fr., D. Outlook: Even though Dartmouth graduated 14 players from last year’s team that reached the Div. 2 Sweet 16, head coach Beth Arguin sees plenty of potential with a strong group of up-and-coming players that should have an immediate impact. “We are a very young team with the hopes of improving our skills and team play as the season progresses,” she said. “We have the potential to be competitive and our goal is to get better with every game.”FAIRHAVENHead coach: Juliet Loranger (2nd year) Last year’s record: 4-12-1Names to know: Madison Lewis, Sr., F; Julia DeFrias, Jr., F; Gracie Perry, Jr., M; Sophie Wotton, Fr., G; Emmi Ste Marie, Jr., M. Outlook: In her second year at the helm, head coach Juliet Loranger is focused on building