Maranacook has had to play the Eastern B/Western B game for the past few years. The Black Bears are consistently one of the top teams in the East, but run into a tough playoff draw in the West. This year, in their quest for a home playoff game, the Bears are getting more offensive.

"I finally have mids and backs who understand that they're part of the attack too," Maranacook coach Julie Schmidt said. "I think we can definitely find the cage better than we've been able to.

Maranacook is 4-1 heading into today's game against Camden Hills, and is averaging two goals per game. The Bears' only loss was a 2-1 setback to Mt. View in their season opener. Tia Levins and Zoie Kaley each have two-goal games for Maranacook.

"Certain players have a knack for putting it in the cage," Schmidt said. "And when you have a couple of those players, it really makes a big difference."