The girls softball team, otherwise known as “The Troop,” has had a great season, both on and off the field.

The Troop had a regular season record of 12-6, and 13-8 including playoffs. A major win came against East Meadow, who previously knocked Massapequa out of playoffs in the past three seasons. This year, pitcher and MHS senior Krista Carcaterra finished the game strong by striking out the East Meadow players.

“We went into the game with desire and dedication,” senior and captain Amanda Gallo said. “There was no way that history was going to repeat itself this year.”

The Troop’s success can also be attributed to the close-knit relationships between its members, both on and off the field. “The Massapequa Varsity Softball Team is not just a team, but a family,” senior Stephanie Catoggio said. “This season has been about more than just wins and losses, but growing together and being able to move towards our goal.”

But what is The Troop’s main goal?

The answer lies in the motto that each girl on the team lives and plays by : “One pitch, one goal, one mission, one team left.” Despite the close game that ended with a loss against Oceanside, the girls hope that in the future, upcoming players will help lead the Massapequa Girls Varsity Softball Team to win counties and make history for Massapequa.

Unfortunately, The Troop’s efforts fell short in the semifinals of the playoffs as the team lost to Oceanside.

“Of course I wish our season could have continued, but I truly believe we played our hearts out and left everything out on the field,” catcher and junior Darby Pandolfo said. “The program has a ton of potential and our time for a county title will come.”