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National Conference
COUNCIL ROCK NORTH 12, COUNCIL ROCK SOUTH 11 (2OT)
Council Rock North played from behind for much of the game. But the Indians finished in front, pulling out a thrilling 12-11 double-overtime victory in a classic showdown with archrival Council Rock South on Wednesday.
Rock North’s Cat McBride scored the deciding goal with less than a minute remaining in the second overtime period.
McBride’s four-goal effort led the Indians’ attack. Mia Geneles scored 3 goals and added 1 assist for South. Goalkeeper Gabby Terekhov came up huge with 17 saves for the Golden Hawks.
By the numbers: Council Rock South: Kelly Longmore (1 goal, 2 DC), Ella Mayberry (1 goal, 1 assist, 1 CTO), Camryn Brundage (4 goals, 4 DC, 2 CTO), Liz Hearn (1 goal), Mia Schink (1 goal, 1 assist, 3 DC), Mia Geneles (3 goals, 1 assist, 1 DC), Adi Rakszawski (1 CTO), Gabby Terekhov (17 saves).
Council Rock North: Cat McBride (5 goals, 2 assists, 3 GB, 5 DC, 2 CTO), Ellie Carney (3 goals, 1 GB, 5 DC), Olivia Esposito (2 goals 2 GB), Addison Deppi (2 goals, 1 GB), Gabbie Mann (7 assists 2 GB)
(Article submitted by CR North lacrosse)
Every spring, a familiar tension rises in the Council Rock community. A town united in its love of youth sports finds itself divided as players graduate to high school and join either North or South. In no sport is this split more dramatic—or more emotional—than in girls lacrosse. For a decade, South has ruled the turf, their dominance etched into every stat line and scoreboard. That is, until last season, when North finally broke through with an overtime win that sent shockwaves through the rivalry.
This year’s showdown, played under clear skies and electric anticipation, was set to be nothing short of epic. And it delivered.
The game opened in classic South fashion—with star midfielder Camryn Brundage seizing control of the draw and charging downfield. With confidence and power, Brundage ripped the game’s first goal into the back of the net, setting an early tone for South. But her duel at the draw circle with North’s Ellie Carney would become one of the defining matchups of the day.
Carney responded by winning the next draw, igniting a North possession. A quick strike from North attacker Gabby Mann was stopped by South’s freshman phenom in net, Gabby Terekhov, who turned away 17 shots in a gutsy performance under pressure.
South’s Mia Geneles added another goal to stretch the lead to 2–0 by the end of the first quarter. That lead would grow to 5–0 early in the second, as South seemed poised to run away with it.
But North flipped a switch.
It began with Gabby Mann, whose uncanny vision and pinpoint passing sparked a furious rally. She dished assists to Catherine McBride and Carney, then McBride found Carney again and fed a perfect pass to Addison
Deppi for another. Suddenly, South’s commanding lead had shrunk to a precarious 5–4 at halftime.
The third quarter began as the second ended: with Mann threading the needle to Carney to tie the game at 5. South regained the lead behind a strong finish from #21 Kelly Longmore, but North kept coming. Mann found Olivia Esposito—“Espo” to her teammates—who buried the equalizer. The teams traded goals as the quarter wore on, with Brundage blasting another into the upper corner to give South a narrow 9–8 edge heading into the fourth.
McBride knotted it up again with a dodge and finish that had the North crowd on its feet. South answered with goals from Geneles and senior Liz Hearn, playing through a nagging leg injury to make her presence felt in the clutch.
Time was slipping away for North, but Carney took over at the draw circle, winning crucial possessions and feeding her team’s comeback. The ball found Mann—the Queen of Assists—who set up Esposito, then McBride again, to tie the game 11–11 and send it to overtime.
Both overtimes were heart-stoppers.
In the first, Esposito danced around the crease and fired a shot that rang off the post with seconds left. In the second, South’s Liz Hearn made a dazzling move and fired a rocket that hit the opposite pipe. It was as if fate demanded one last twist.
And it came with just 20 seconds remaining.
North cleared the ball, and once again it was Mann at the helm, finding McBride behind the net at “X.” With poise and grit, McBride rolled the crease and snuck the ball past the outstretched stick of Terekhov for the game-winner.
The North sideline erupted. Players stormed the field in a blur of navy and white, mobbing McBride in celebration. For the second straight year, the ROCK—and the bragging rights—belonged to the North.
Final score: North 12, South 11 (2OT).
In a rivalry that defines a town split in two, it was unity, teamwork, and a whole lot of heart that carried the day. Until next year, Council Rock.
Up next: North (8-2, 4-1 SOL) will face off against Central Bucks South on the road at 7 pm Friday. The Golden Hawks (66-4, 3-2) are off until April 21, when they host Bensalem at 3:30 pm.
Council Rock North 0 4 4 3 0 1 – 12
Council Rock South 2 3 4 2 0 0 – 11
SOUDERTON 13, CENTRAL BUCKS EAST 4
Sounderton’s Carly Gavetti reached the 100-goal plateau for her career as part of a 4-goal game to highlight the Indians’ 13-4
victory over Central Bucks East in Wednesday’s National Conference game. Gavetti added an assist for a 5-point game. Caroline Kelcy scored 4 for Souderton.
Cece Hayes scored 2 goals to lead the Patriots.
By the numbers: Souderton: Carly Gavetti (4 goals, 1 assist), Caroline Kelcy (4 goals, 1 CTO, 2 GB), Cameron Bauer (1 goal), Ella Longacre (2 assists, 1 CTO, 3 GB), Addie Yost (1 goal, 1 assist, 4 GB, 4 DC), Tatum Andrews (1 goal, 6 DC), Aly Hassett (2 goals, 3 GB, 2 DC), Hannah Cornes (1 assist, 4 GB), Cailee Cush (1 CTO, 2 GB), Cammy Moyer (1 CTO, 2 GB), Nicole Kleckner (7 saves). Central Bucks East: Emma Wiesel (1 goal), Cece Hayes (2 goals), McKenna Lynch (1 goal).
Up next: Souderton (7-4, 2-3 SOL) will host North Penn at 6:30 pm Wednesday. The Patriots (4-3, 1-3) visit archrival Central Bucks West at 7 pm Friday.
Souderton 7-6 – 13
Central Bucks East 2-2 – 4
NORTH PENN 8, CENTRAL BUCKS SOUTH 6
Caylyn Thompson made 12 saves to help lift North Penn to an 8-6 victory over Central Bucks South in Wednesday’s National Conference matchup.
Quinn Rodoff (2 goals, 2 assists) and Maddie Gorman (3 goals, 1 assist) each registered 4 points in the North Penn victory.
Addison Geary was responsible for all 6 South goals.
By the numbers: North Penn: Quinn Rodoff (2 goals, 2 assists, 1 DC), Morgan Rodoff (1 DC), Maddie Gorman (3 goals, 1 assist, 4 DC), Katie Harkins (4 DC), Stephanie Gibson (3 goals), Caylynn Thompson (12 saves).
Central Bucks South: Addison Geary (6 goals, 2 DC), Brooke Rosica (1 DC), Tessa Walls (1 assist, 2 DC), Elia Kafel (5 saves).
Up next: North Penn (5-4, 3-2 SOL) takes on local nonleague foe Lansdale Catholic on the road at 3:45 pm Friday. The Titans (3-6, 2-3) will host Council Rock North at 7 pm Friday.
CENTRAL BUCKS WEST 24, NESHAMINY 1
Sophomores Kamryn Brownlow and Olivia Barrett each hit the 100-draw control milestone as Central Bucks West dominated Neshaminy 24-1 in Wednesday’s National Conference game.
The Bucks offense capitalized early and often on Brownlow and Barrett’s draw controls, with 13 different players finding the net. Bella Schrandt scored 4 goals and added 1 assist, while Adelaide Stromberg scored 4 goals.
Molly Brody scored Neshaminy’s lone goal, while goalie Avery Zack recorded 8 saves.
By the numbers: Central Bucks West: Bella Schrandt (4 goals, 1 assist, 2 GB, 3 DC), Ainsley Shissler (1 goal, 2 assists), Adelaide Stromberg (4 goals, 2 GB, 2 DC), Olivia Barrett (2 goals, 1 CTO, 1 GB, 11 DC), Kamryn Brownlow (2 goals, 5 DC), Addie Hahn (2 goals, 2 assists), Katie Casale (2 goals), Ellie Rosato (1 goal, 1 assist), Chloe Schrandt (1 goal, 1 CTO), Eve Damsker (2 goals), Raylin Tulio (1 goal, 1 assist), Ofelia Rusiloski (1 goal, 1 GB, 1 CTO, 2 DC), Zola Morelli (1 goal, 1 assist, 2 DC), Sofie Fitzmartin (1 assist), Kalena Mandeville (2 saves, 2 GB).
Neshaminy: Molly Brody (1 goal, 2 DC), Delaney Mee (3 GB, 1 DC), Avery Zack (8 saves).
Central Bucks West coach Elena Romesburg: “Both sophomore midfielders Kamryn Brownlow and Olivia Barrett hit the 100 milestone for draw controls today! They are both special, gritty players that work incredibly hard on and off the field and I am super-excited for their futures. They both bring such a fun energy and commitment to the program.”
Up next: Central Bucks West (7-1, 4-0 SOL) hosts archrival Central Bucks East at 7 pm Friday. Neshaminy (1-7, 0-4) will visit Bensalem for a 7 pm Friday matchup.
American Conference
UPPER MORELAND 7, ABINGTON 6
Annalise Messina scored her sixth goal of the game in the final minute of play as Upper Moreland eked out a 7-6 thriller over Abington in Wednesday’s American Conference game. Messina also picked up 6 draw controls, while goalie Addi Hurley made 9 saves to earn the win.
Katie Pennekamp had a hand in 5 of Abington’s 6 goals, scoring 4 and adding an assist while also forcing 4 caused turnovers.
By the numbers: Abington: Abby Ellner (1 CTO, 3 GB), Erin Ely (1 assist, 2 GB), Nora Luskin (4 GB, 1 DC), Katie Pennekamp (4 goals, 1 assist, 4 CTO, 3 GB, 3 DC), Carly Hughes (1 goal, 5 CTO, 5 GB, 1 DC), Joanna Duff (1 CTO, 2 GB), Grace Warchol (1 CTO, 2 GB), Charlotte Lowery (1 goal, 2 assists, 1 GB), Olivia Capps (2 GB, 2 DC), Sophia Afflisio (2 CTO, 1 GB), Cheyenne Fisher (12 saves).
Upper Moreland: Annalise Messina (6 goals, 6 DC), Keiley Hawk (1 goal, 2 DC), Charlie Clement (1 assist, 1 DC), Addi Hurley (9 saves).
Upper Moreland coach Kim Frantz: “This was a really great game and battle between both teams. Both teams battled until the last second. We started off strong in the first two quarters of the game. Abington caught up in the third quarter and tied the game in the fourth quarter before we were able to go ahead by 1 goal with just 2 minutes left in the game. Annalise Messina came up with a key draw in the last 2 minutes of the game to help us maintain possession.”
—Bears’ defense shines: “Our defense of Avery Adamski, Gianna Brown, Leah King, Madeline Cox, and Maggie Brophy really did a great job communicating and working hard together to make Abington work for each goal. Keiley Hawk and Eva Gorrell really hustled throughout the whole game to help with transition and at both ends of the field. Addi Hurley had some key saves throughout the whole game.”
Up next: Abington (3-5, 2-3 SOL) will host Springfield Twp at 3:45 pm Friday. Upper Moreland (5-4, 2-3) will host Upper Dublin at 10 am Saturday.
Abington 1 1 2 2 – 6
Upper Moreland 3 2 0 2 – 7
LOWER MORELAND 14, WILLIAM TENNENT 4
Lower Moreland used a spread-out attack, with 9 different players scoring goals as the Lions downed William Tennent 14-4 in Wednesday’s American Conference game.
Four players – Olivia Buczacki, Roya Rosala, Haylee Huber, and Kaitlyn Koshy – scored 4 goals each to pace the Lions, who led 10-0 at halftime.
By the numbers: Lower Moreland: Olivia Buczacki (2 goals), Roya Rosala (2 goals), Julia McNesby (1 goal), Maddie Broderick (1 goal), Haylee Huber (2 goals), Kenna Rozanski (1 goal), Kaitlyn Koshy (2 goals), Mary Skaziak (1 goal), Keira Huber (1 goal).
Up next: The Lions (5-4, 2-3 SOL) are back in action today, hosting Plymouth Whitemarsh at 3:30 pm.
Lower Moreland 5 5 2 2 – 14
William Tennent 0 0 1 3 – 4
UPPER DUBLIN 14, CHELTENHAM 2
Bridget DiMartile reached the 100-goal milestone, highlighting the Cardinals win over the Lady Panthers.
“Bridget is a three-sport athlete at UD – she plays soccer, basketball and lacrosse,” UD coach Dee Cross said. “She is an impact player in all three sports.
“Bridget works hard to get better every day. I am proud of her for scoring her 100th goal, but more importantly for her humility and great attitude. She is a pleasure to coach.”
DiMartile’s five goals led the Cardinals.
By the numbers: Upper Dublin: Bridget DiMartile (5 goals, 8 DC, 2 CTO), Emily Buckius (2 goals), Ava Shohen (1 goal, 2 assists, 1 DC), Abby Rucker (1 goal, 2 assists), Maeve Hogan (1 goal, 1 assist), Anna DiMartile (1 goal, 1 assist, 5 DC), Shannon Connaughton (1 goal), Isabella Nardello (1 goal), Amelia Ungaro (1 goal), Abby O’Meara (2 CTO), Caroline Stoffel (3 saves)
Cheltenham: Bro Gardener (2 goals), Morgan Gregorio (1 assist)
Upper Dublin coach Dee Cross on the game: “(Cheltenham coach) Emily Towey is doing a great job with her team. They never gave up, communicated the whole game and had a great attitude. My team came off the field saying how nice they were and how they played together.”
Up next: Cheltenham hosts Quakertown at 5 pm Friday. The Cardinals will visit Upper Moreland at 10 am Saturday.
WISSAHICKON 18, HATBORO-HORSHAM 2
SPRINGFIELD TWP 12, NEW HOPE-SOLEBURY 3
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