The two schools announced a girls soccer co‑op that will field a single team for the upcoming season, merging the thin rosters of Terryville and Gilbert to ensure enough players for a full schedule.
Practices will be split between the two campuses, with preseason drills rotating weekly, while the regular‑season schedule grapples with the geographic distance between Terryville and Winsted.
Historical Context and Performance
Terryville’s program had been a staple of the Berkshire League, finishing runner‑up last season with a 13‑5‑1 record, while Gilbert entered the year winless at 0‑16 and had not qualified for the state tournament since 2010.
Co‑head coaches Jared Fritch and Maggie Bossi will lead the combined squad, bringing experience from previous coaching roles and a shared vision of developing talent across both schools.
The co‑op also serves as a testbed for other sports, as Terryville recently suspended its softball team due to low numbers, and the partnership may provide a template for reviving other programs.
Beyond the field, Gilbert’s enrollment of international students adds a unique dimension, with two returning exchange players expected to be eligible for varsity competition this fall.