Check out the Black Bear Lacrosse Club recaps for SOL girls’ lacrosse teams in action Friday.
SOL American Conference
WISSAHICKON 15, UPPER MORELAND 6
Wissahickon jumped out of the gate early – pumping in 6 goals in the opening quarter – and never looking back as the Trojans downed Upper Moreland in the American Conference opener for both squads.
Sam Farno and Alexa McCabe led the Trojans – who remain undefeated on the young season – with 4 goals and 2 assists each.
Upper Moreland senior Annalise Messina continued to add to her legacy, scoring 4 goals for the Golden Bears, including the 300th goal of her high school career. The Golden Bears also received a stellar effort from goalkeeper Addy Hurley, who made 16 saves.
By the numbers: Wissahickon: Sam Farno (4 goals, 2 assists, 3 CTO, 2 GB), Alexa McCabe (4 goals, 2 assists, 1 CTO, 1 INT), Emma Greenberg (2 goals, 4 DC), Sophia Stehlik (2 assists, 8 DC), Lila Marciniak (2 goals, 3 assists, 1 DC), Maddie Radell (2 goals), Carly Lehman (1 goal), Ellie Stein (4 CTO, 2 INT).
Upper Moreland: Annalise Messina (4 goals, 1 assist), Keiley Hawk (2 goals), Keira Hess (1 assist), Addy Hurley (16 saves).
Wissahickon coach Chuck Wurzbach: “We knew that today had to be a complete team effort if we had a chance to win. Upper Moreland plays a really tough zone defense that requires a very disciplined approach on attack, so it was nice to see the team move the ball and be patient enough to get a good shot.”
–Props: “Sam Farno really stepped up today and had a great game.”
–Stein shines … again: “I might sound like a broken record, but Ellie Stein has been a key to our success so far this season. Another great game on defense with 4 caused turnovers and 2 interceptions. Her ability to get the ball up the field in transition is huge. While we didn’t completely stop Annalise Messina, we were able to do enough to slow her down a bit.”
Upper Moreland coach Kim Frantz: “In a challenging matchup, we fell short, but there were notable moments of growth. While the score isn’t what we hoped for, they are showing continued improvement in their teamwork and basics with each game we play. We will continue to work together and grow as a team and look forward to being back on the field Monday against Wood.”
–Props: “Addi Hurley had another phenomenal game with 16 saves. Avery Adamski did a great job getting the defense to connect more and more as each minute passed.”
–Remarkable achievement: “From this game we will celebrate Annalise Messina, who scored her 300th career goal, marking a major milestone in her playing career.”
Up next: The Golden Bears (0-1 American Conference, 1-2 overall) will visit Archbishop Wood at 3:30 pm Monday. Wissahickon (1-0, 3-0) will visit Pennsbury at 5 pm Monday.
Wissahickon 6 3 2 4 – 15
Upper Moreland 2 2 1 1 – 6
Nonleague
PLYMOUTH WHITEMARSH 7, GREAT VALLEY 6
Plymouth Whitemarsh continued its undefeated start, holding Great Valley scoreless in the second half to rally to a 7-6 victory in Friday’s nonleague matchup. Both teams were solid in the first half, then the Colonial defense took over after the break.
Grace Harvey tied for team-lead with 3 goals, including the eventual game-winner. Addi Stein turned aside 5 attempts to earn the win in the cage.
The game was the fifth of the young season for the Colonials.
By the numbers: Plymouth Whitemarsh: Maite Jayo (3 goals), Grace Harvey (3 goals), Liv Reilly (1 goal, 3 assist), Addi Stein (5 saves).
PW coach Ellen Reilly: “We had a good start. We got possession of the draw and scored on our first 2 opportunities. Great Valley answered back with the next 4 goals to take the lead. We had two beautiful goals orchestrated by Liv Reilly to Grace Harvey to tie the game, 4-4. Great Valley possessed the ball and scored two goals to end the half.”
–Stellar second-half defense: “Our defense stepped up and held Great Valley scoreless in the second half. Soph Nagle and Harper Reilly worked well to cover the middle. My low defenders Katie Lukens and Gianna Clark communicated and played excellent to help the defense. And my middies – Kaiane Jayo, Maite Jayo, and Grace Harvey – put excellent pressure on their high attackers. Grace Harvey created several key caused turnovers to give us the ball, and she also scored the winning goal.”
Up next: The Colonials (5-0 overall, 1-0 American Conference) will visit West Chester Henderson at 3:45 pm Monday.
Plymouth Whitemarsh 4 3 – 7
Great Valley 6 0 – 6
CENTRAL BUCKS WEST 12, EASTON AREA 8
Freshman Ainsley Shissler continued her sensational start to her high school career, scoring 3 goals, assisting on 3 others, and earning 3 draw controls as Central Bucks West traveled to Easton Area and came away with a 12-8 win in Friday’s nonleague game.
“This was an awesome, competitive game to learn about ourselves and gave us things to build on throughout the season,” said West coach Elena Romesberg. “I’m super proud of the energy and poise the girls brought tonight against a gritty Easton team.”
Senior Kalena Mandeville made 10 saves in the game, which saw the Bucks limit Easton to 1 goal in each of three quarters.
By the numbers: Central Bucks West: Ainsley Shissler (3 goals, 3 assists, 3 DC, 1 CTO), Bella Schrandt (2 goals, 2 assists, 4 DC), Chloe Schrandt (2 goals), Kamryn Brownlow (3 goals, 1 CTO, 2 GB, 3 DC), Addy Stromberg (2 goals, 1 CTO), Kalena Mandeville (10 saves).
CB West coach Elena Romesburg: “We came out strong to an early 3-0 lead and they were able to climb back in after their keeper made some great saves. I’m especially proud of the young core of the team that has really stepped up and embraced the culture and played with toughness and determination.”
–Fabulous freshmen: “Ainsley Shissler and Addy Stromberg as freshmen have come in and made an immediate impact on and off the field, and their confidence is contagious.
–Props: “Senior Kalena Mandeville had an amazing second half rallying the defense and made incredible clutch saves. Zola Morelli and Olivia Barrett made huge impact plays on the defensive end, as did defenders Eve Damsker and Ofelia Rusiloski who came up with key ground balls. The sister duo of Bella and Chloe Schrandt also had a phenomenal night working together. Kam Brownlow was all over the field and continues to be an impact player on the draw circle. Addie Hahn came off the bench and provided a spark when a player went out with two yellow cards and brought so much energy throughout the game.”
Up next: The Bucks (2-1 overall) will host Southern Lehigh at 7 pm Tuesday.
Central Bucks West 3 2 3 4 – 12
Easton Area 1 5 1 1 – 8
SPRINGFIELD TWP 11, LOWER MERION 5
Shannon Silvius netted 5 goals as Springfield Twp rebounded from Thursday’s loss to play a complete game and earn its first win of the season, an 11-5 victory over Lower Merion in Friday’s nonleague matchup.
By the numbers: Springfield Twp: Shannon Silvius (5 goals), Frankie Rizzo (4 goals), Ella McLaughlin (2 goals).
Springfield Twp coach Katrina Borzelleca: “Veteran leadership showed with many of the returning players having a big impact on the game today. We have a new group playing with each other this year, and they have all been working hard to put it all together on each end of the field. I felt like today they played a solid game together, as a unit, from the beginning to the end.”
–Bouncing back: “Coming off a loss (Thursday), it was a great showing from the team to work tirelessly, determined, and never get outhustled. We implemented things that they have been working on, and their hard work showed today with the outcome. We set goals for ourselves as a team, and I couldn’t be more proud of the team and their effort.”
Up next: The Spartans (1-2 overall) will visit Upper Moreland at 3:30 pm Wednesday.
CENTRAL BUCKS SOUTH 18, NEW HOPE-SOLEBURY 2
Addy Geary scored 7 goals and assisted on 3 others, while also recording 7 draw controls to lead Central Bucks South to a dominating 18-2 victory over New Hope-Solebury in Friday’s nonleague game. Kelly McDonald and Tessa Walls each added 5-point games for the Titans.
Elia Kafel made 7 saves to earn the win in the cage for South.
By the numbers: Central Bucks South: Addy Geary (7 goals, 3 assists, 7 DC, 3 CTO), Kelly McDonald (4 goals, 1 assist, 2 CTO), Tessa Walls (3 goals, 2 assists, 4 DC, 3 CTO), Brooke Rosica (2 goals, 1 assist, 1 CTO), Kaeli Vandersluis (1 goal, 1 assist, 4 DC), Kaylee Conor (1 goal, 1 CTO), Ella Kim (2 CTO). Elia Kafel (7 saves).
Up next: The Titans host Emmaus at 12:30 pm Saturday. The Lions will travel to Cheltenham for a game at 3:30 pm Wednesday.
New Hope-Solebury 1 1 – 2
Central Bucks South 5 13 – 18
NORTH PENN 9, CARDINAL O’HARA 8
Caylynn Thompson made 7 saves and six different players contributed to a spread-out attack as North Penn edged Cardinal O’Hara 9-8 in Friday’s nonleague game.
By the numbers: North Penn: Morgan Rodoff (1 goal), Emma Zelt (1 goal), Quinn Rodoff (2 goals, 1 assist), Katie Harkins (2 goals), Maddie Gorman (2 goals), Mila Rogozinski (1 goal, 1 assist), Caylynn Thompson (7 saves).
Up next: North Penn will host Upper Merion at 4 pm Monday.
ACADEMY OF THE NEW CHURCH 10, LOWER MORELAND 7
Roya Rosala scored 3 goals, but Lower Moreland dropped a 10-7 decision to local rival Academy of the New Church on Friday. The Lions trailed 6-3 at halftime, but closed the gap with a 3-1 third quarter to make it a 1-goal game heading into the final frame.
By the numbers: Lower Moreland: Roya Rosala (3 goals), Olivia Buczacki (2 goals), Mia Rosala (2 goals).
Up next: The Lions will visit Dock Mennonite Academy for a nonleague matchup at 3:45 pm Tuesday.
Lower Moreland 2 1 3 1 – 7
Academy of the New Church 3 3 1 3 – 10
March 20
COUNCIL ROCK SOUTH 15, GWYNEDD MERCY ACADEMY 14 (OT)
Mia Schink scored her fourth goal of the game with 79 ticks left on the overtime clock as Council Rock South pulled out a nailbiter in Thursday’s 15-14 overtime win over Gwynedd Mercy Academy.
The Golden Hawks led 9-5 at halftime but saw Gwynedd Mercy chip away at the lead through the second half.
Elizabeth Hearn led South with 5 goals. The Hawks dominated draw controls, with Camryn Brundage and Kelly Longmore each earning 7 DC and Ella Mayberry registering 4 DC.
By the numbers: Council Rock South: Camryn Brundage (2 goals, 3 assists, 7 DC, 2 CTO), Kelly Longmore (2 assists, 7 DC), Ella Mayberry (1 goal, 4 DC, 3 CTO), Mia Schink (4 goals, 1 assist), Mia Geneles (3 goals, 4 assists), Elizabeth Hearn (5 goals).
Council Rock South coach Marina Schreiner: “We started off strong in the first half. Camryn Brundage and Kelly Longmore were dominant on the draw, which helped us maintain possession of the ball. However, during the second half, Gwynedd Mercy came back tied the game during the fourth quarter.”
–Overtime heroics: “In overtime, we won the draw and offense did a nice job staying composed and waiting for the right moment. With 1:19 left in overtime, Mia Schink drove to goal and scored the game-winning goal.”
Up next: South (1-1) will host Avon Grove at 7 pm Monday.
Council Rock South 5 4 2 3 1 – 15
Gwynedd Mercy Academy 2 3 4 5 0 – 14
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