Outlook

Aberdeen Head coach : Hinson White (first year) 2011 record : 1-12 Top returning players : Eric Whittie, So., (defense); Kevin Shumaker, Sr., (midfield); Kory Sampson, Jr., (defense) Key newcomers : Kyle Peters, So., (midfield); Jon Jones, So., (attack) Outlook : "We were very young last season and this year, we are even younger," White said. "However, many of the boys committed themselves to the game in the off-season and have made improvements.

Baltimore CountyPublic schoolsCarver A&T Wildcats1998 record: 8-6Coach: Dave WrezezinskiTop players: Jason Feller, Sr., M; Justin Baublitz, So., M; Steve Rakowski, So., A-M; Jeremy DeHaven, Sr., A.Outlook: Four starters are back. "We're looking to go .500," said Wrezezinski.Chesapeake Bayhawks1998 record: 1-12Coach: John BakerTop players: Sean Mooney, Sr., D; Ryan Course, Sr., M; Josh McCarter, So., A; Robert Frank, So., M; Ciaffa Jones, So., D.Outlook: The Bayhawks are more experiences and, Baker said, "will definitely win more than one game."

Carver Bears1997-98 record: 9-14Coach: Durce JacksonTop players: Miguel Wilson, 6-0, Sr., G; Dwayne Banks, 5-10, Sr., G; Kenneth Jones, 6-3, Jr., F; Mike Napper, 6-4, Sr., C; Presley Prettyman, 6-2, Jr., G; Joel Gamble, 6-3, Jr., F; Jonte Hall, 5-3, Soph., G; Aaron Shaw, 6-2, Jr., GOutlook: The Bears return three starters, including Wilson, one of the city's best players. Jackson says putting points on the board shouldn't be a problem, but playing solid defense could be. Another key will be development of players from last year's JV. Carver, which lost to City in the Class 3A North final, has the potential to give Douglass and Southwestern problems in the City West Division.

Harford County!Aberdeen Eagles1995 record: 7-6. Coach: Craig Tillman.Top players: Andy Gasdia, Jr., A; Steve Simmons, Sr., A; Joe Gasdia, Jr., M; Eric Ward, Sr., D; Justin Moe, Jr., G.Outlook: Although there is senior strength, this is basically a pretty young team. One goal is a winning record.Bel Air Bobcats1995 record: 9-5. Coach: William Zimmerman.Top players: Tim Schindler, Sr., A; Mike Waclawski, Sr., A; Ryan Zimmerman, Sr., M; Randy Shuman, Sr., D; Adam Childs, Sr., D.Outlook: Team lacks depth, but, showing good attitudes, players are working harder than past teams.

1. Loyola Coach: Lee Tschantret Last season: 12-5-3, No. 3 Postseason: MIAA A Conference semifinalist Outlook: Loaded with talented players, the Dons will be gunning for their first conference crown since 2005. Loyola will be led by brothers Michael and Jeremy DeGraffenreidt, both of whom already committed to national power Louisville. 2. McDonogh Coach: Steve Nichols Last season: 19-2-1, No. 1 Postseason: MIAA A Conference champion Outlook: The Eagles will remain in the hunt for a second consecutive title and seventh overall.

Bel Air Bobcats1993 record: 8-3. Coach: Larry Wolpert.Top players: Doug Shuman, Sr.; Matt Chabot, Sr.; Bob Baver, Sr.; Andy Cunningham, Sr.; Sean Kemmerer, Sr.; Matt Linz, Soph.; Josh Manifold, Fresh.Outlook: A winning season is expected, with five senior veterans the mainstays.C. Milton Wright Mustangs1993 record: 13-1. Coach: Bill Lang.Top players: Matt Ramsey, Sr.; Paolo Martinelli, Sr.; Phil McGuire, Jr.; Brad Magness, Soph.; Billy Pannill, Soph.Outlook: This is the beginning of a rebuilding period, as there are nine freshmen and sophomores.

BALTIMORE CITYBryn Mawr Mawrtians (6-10)Coach: Neil GabbeyOutlook: Eight players return from last fall's "growing season," including three-year starters Erin Bellamy and Julia Brant, whom Gabbey calls anchors. Gabbey says the team serves and passes well and will be fundamentally strong. Improved junior Jen Brookland will have a significant role.Carver Bears (9-2)Coach: Cynthia TysonOutlook: New coach Tyson will be stressing fundamentals as the Bears rebuild. She will rely on junior Ebony Scott, the only returning player, to help tutor a group up from JV.Catholic Cubs (7-11)

Aberdeen Head coach : Keith Bustin (first year) 2011 record : NA Top returning players : Brionna Jones, Sr., (Hitter); Jimmia McCluskey, Sr., (Hitter) Key newcomers : Tatiana Gomez, Sr., (Setter) Outlook : NA Bel Air Head coach : Tim Markland (fifth year) 2011 record : 12-6 Top returning players : Amanda Rodriguez, Jr., (Setter); Tia Williams, Sr., (Hitter); Jackie DeLuise, Sr., (Hitter); Celeste Roland, Sr.,(Hitter)