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Warwick lost a memorable senior class that was led by Karys Craver, who\u2019s now at Ohio State. The dynamic midfielder won\u2019t be easy to replace. The Warriors, remarkably, have another Ohio State recruit in Hess. It\u2019s her turn to carry the mantle.<\/p>\n
Coach Ron Stief wants Hess to be greedy and less unselfish. Those aren\u2019t words coaches typically use, but Stief knows the kind of production Hess can provide if she emphasizes putting the ball in the net.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe\u2019s the new target,\u201d Stief said. \u201cPeople are gonna try to take her away. I want her to understand that and step up.\u201d<\/p>\n
Other key departures include Calli Martin, Lilly Bromirsky, Annalaye Glenn and Lizzy Matthews. They leave behind big shoes to fill.<\/p>\n
Two returnees, Kenzie Ellis and Mara Moyer, are expected to spark a new-look offense.<\/p>\n
When Ellis was asked what she could bring to the Warriors, she initially said leadership. That\u2019s an important intangible. Stief had something else in mind. Something that shows directly on the scoreboard.<\/p>\n
Goals. Ellis will provide those as well.<\/p>\n
Moyer is connected to Warwick\u2019s storied tradition. Her mom played for legendary coach Bob Derr. Moyer is ready to take on a bigger role.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have a pretty solid midfield and defense, but I think we\u2019ll have a fresh offensive line,\u201d she said. \u201cBeing the senior in that situation means helping the younger girls during the games.\u201d<\/p>\n
Kayla Gockley returns to lead the defense. She\u2019ll be a center back or a defensive center midfielder and will provide some scoring on corners.<\/p>\n
Section 1 of the Lancaster-Lebanon League is daunting with defending District 3 Class 3A champ Penn Manor, Manheim Township, Hempfield and Conestoga Valley joining Warwick on the list of contenders. Five will compete for three league playoff spots.<\/p>\n