Breaking Ground: Spring Sports Preview

What to expect from Gloucester’s seven spring sports teams

ALEENA BROWN, GRACE CASTELLUCCI, COLE MOSLEY-WYNN, MEADOW ANDERSON, DELILAH DAVIS, and HENRY HARRISON

March 27, 2025

Charlie Amero of Gloucester Baseball and Emma Carrapichosa of Gloucester Softball

Aleena Brown

Spring has sprung, GHS! Rain or shine, GHS athletes return to gameplay on the field, court, and track. The Fishermen are prepared to dominate, whether it’s a late-inning comeback, a shorthanded goal, or an ACE. Read below for the main takeaways to look out for as the Fishermen embark on their state champion campaigns.

Olivia Madruga is a standout in the Fishermen’s lineup, combining lockdown defense with consistent power hitting. (Aleena Brown)

Softball

The Gloucester Fishermen are set to kick off the 2025 softball season this Friday, equipped with a deep bullpen and seasoned leadership across the diamond.

The squad finished last year with a .500 record of 11-11. After flying through round 1 of the state tournament, the #15 seeded Fishermen took a 0-6 loss to #2 Apponequet Regional.

After the loss of senior pitching ace Cameron Carroll, the Fishermen have built a strong bullpen to take over the circle. Freshman Abby Noble, who has a rotation of over 5 pitches, looks to take over as Gloucester’s starting pitcher. Classmates Angela Russo and Janelle Brancleone are also slated to make big moves in the circle this season.

Last year’s catching tandem of NEC All-Star Olivia Madruga and Aleena Brown will take the duties behind the plate. Senior Kaiya Mineo will join them while also serving in right field.

To round out the outfield, Captains Dylan Gaetano (right), Julia Carrancho (center), and Tasara Frontiero (left) will be starting in their senior campaigns. Maddie Goodhue is returning for her second season in left field.

NEC All-Conference selection Emma Carrapichosa will take the move to first base, with Laila Ciaramitaro taking over third base. Mackayla Allen will start at shortstop after her momentous freshman season at the designated hitter spot. Captain Ava Paone is set to return to second base to round out the infield. Utility players Ashlyn Orlando and Addy Amero will also man infield duties.

The Fishermen’s offensive lineup has enough depth to power them through some of their toughest opponents. Beyond Carrapichosa’s slugging, Madruga’s consistent power, and Allen’s balance of power and contact, Gloucester boasts a solid mix of hitters throughout the lineup. Brown and Orlando provide power at the dish, while Frontiero, Mineo, and Goodhue execute the team’s small-ball action.

The young Fishermen have a lot to prove this season. They open their 2025 campaign in Gloucester this Friday against the St.Mary’s Spartans.
Esme Sarrouf posted a good record in her sophomore campaign last year. (Aleena Brown)

Girls Tennis

The Girls' Tennis team has plenty to look forward to this upcoming season. With a mix of returning athletes and new players joining the roster, the Fishermen expect a competitive and dynamic group on the court.

This year, the team has moved down a division, which means they'll face a new set of schools. Team captains will be chosen later in the season.

The first match is scheduled at home against Lowell Catholic on March 31 at 4:30 p.m.
Skye Berry was substantial for the lacrosse team’s success last season. (Lexi Thomas)

Girls Lacrosse

The upcoming spring season for girls' lacrosse welcomes new and returning players. The number of players has improved significantly from last year. Captains have not been decided. The team will have junior varsity and varsity games, but both teams will practice together as one.

The Fishermen's first game will be Monday against North Reading. The varsity will play at 4:15 p.m., and the junior varsity will take the field at 5:30 p.m. The team has been practicing every day in anticipation of the season.

Nico Alves is one of many Gloucester pitchers who look to make an impact this spring. (Aleena Brown)

Baseball

With Baseball swinging into action, Gloucester’s team has high hopes for their upcoming season. With two returning captains and an 8-person senior class, the Fishermen have an experienced team lined up.

The Fishermen look to bounce back after finishing 12-10 and losing the first round to Apponequet Regional High School last year.

Players to watch this season are returning senior Captains Brayden Francis and Giacomo Martell. The pitchers are committed to playing college baseball, so they are two guys to look out for this season.

Another player to watch is sophomore Nico Alves. Alves was awarded as an All-Conference Player last year as a freshman and looks to carry his momentum into this season.

The last Fishermen to stay on the lookout for is junior Jaylen Severino. Severino was recently named as the third captain for the Fishermen. He is ready to continue his dominant play after his successful freshman and sophomore tenures.

Gloucester kicks off the season against Salem on Friday, April 4th, 2025, at Gallows Hill Park.
Shane Widtfeldt is set to lead the young boys’ tennis roster, despite being as a freshman. (Lexi Thomas)

Boys Tennis

The Boys' Tennis team looks to rebuild this season after graduating a strong senior roster.

Freshman Shane Whitdfelt is the team's sole returning varsity player.

Despite the team's green, the Fishermen are competitive and improving their game before they take the courts for their first match.
Sophomore Sam Sanfilippo looks to make a big impact on the young Fishermen squad. (Lexi Thomas)

Boys Lacrosse

The Boys' Lacrosse team is another GHS spring sport on the horizon of a rebuilding era. After graduating more than half of their roster last spring, the remaining players look to take the reins of the program.

Expect standout performances from sophomores William Linn and Sam Sanfilippo. Junior Jaeden Chipperini will stay between the pipes as the goalie.

Aili Spencer is one of Gloucester’s most decorated athletes of the 21st century. (Aleena Brown)

Track and Field

The GHS outdoor track team is a co-op of three schools: Gloucester, Manchester-Essex, and Rockport.

Last spring season, the girls won the Lynch Division, and the boys placed 2nd to Danvers. Danvers moved into the Dunn Division after the NEC changed the rules for school sizing after the 2024 spring season. The team hopes to repeat as champions on the girls' side. The boys look to return to the top this year by beating their new rival, Swampscott.

On the girls' side, athletes to watch for are Captain Aili Spencer, Captain Skye Ciolino, Grace Castellucci, Hope Castellucci, and Tess Taylor.

On the boys' side, Dylan Rochford, Captain Henry Stevens, Captain Lyall Cunningham, Seamus Linehan, and Sam Heanue are slated to be Gloucester's top competitors.

The first meet is on April 3 at 4:30 pm at Danvers High School.