East Field Hockey Opens Season Looking To Defend Titles

East field hockey begins regular season play this week as they look for a fourth consecutive state championship. They will begin their season against local rival Carrboro in a home game on Tuesday. East has been a dominant force during state playoffs in the past few years defeating their biggest rival Chapel Hill in all three championship games. A few early season injuries to key players Julie Canon and Margo Richardson looked to make the season start rough, but Canon was cleared to play earlier than expected and Richardson may be cleared after as little as one game. Along with these returning seniors, junior Sydney Holman, who made an all-tournament team with Richardson, will play a key role in the Wildcats quest for a fourth straight title. A new face in the crowd, freshman Marissa Creatore, has had success in the early going with several goals in a starting role for East during preseason play. It looks to be another exciting season for the Wildcats so come support them starting this Tuesday.