Notebook: Competition Builds Momentum for the Loons

As week three comes to an end, the Loons’ team chemistry has begun to show not just on the field, but off the field as well. Newcomers are establishing relationships and have made the preseason far more competitive than ever before.

“The group is really sharp right now,” said newcomer Justin McMaster. “You can tell that the intensity is really high. The coaches have been pushing us a lot, so it’s been good so far.”

Newcomers aren’t the only ones experiencing their first preseason with the Loons. Midfielder Emanuel Reynoso joined MNUFC partway through the season last year, meaning this is his first chance to go through preseason training with the team.

“Last year I didn’t do preseason before I…