Check out the recaps for SOL field hockey teams in action Thursday.
Non-league
UPPER MORELAND 1, BENSALEM 0 (OT)
Bensalem and Upper Moreland came ready to play in a big non-league night game.
There were tons of fans out for Youth Night, 9/11 Remembrance and first night game of the season, and the two teams gave fans their money’s worth and then some.
Sixty minutes of regulation could not determine a winner, but the Golden Bears eked out the win when – with 3:22 remaining in overtime – Ella Gould turned a pass from Olivia Torres into a shot that stood as the game-winner.
Scoring summary
Overtime
Ella Gould (UM) assisted by Olivia Torres, 3:22
By the numbers: Goalie saves: Tierney Hogan (UM) 8, Hailey Fricke (B) 6
Upper Moreland coach Pam Remmey:
–On the game: “Both teams have played each other multiple times in winter league and summer league. We always have evenly matched play that has created a respectful rivalry between our teams that are both trying to build more competitive programs.
“(We) dominated play in the beginning of the game and got some good shot opportunities off, but Bensalem’s goalie and defenders made several key stops. Both goalies played well with eight saves for UM’s Tierney Hogan in the shutout and Bensalem goalie Hailey Fricke had six saves.
“Then as game play continued, Bensalem picked up play and got several opportunities in our defensive end. Bensalem was very good with their stops against our free hits. Our midfielders were key in this game, since there was so much play between the 25s. Both teams had breakaways, but a lot of the game was a battle between the 25s.
“After 60 minutes of play, the game remained scoreless even though there was a lot of back and forth action and circle play.”
–The game-winner: “With 3:22 In OT, freshman defender Reese Purcell made a key stop then sent a strong pass up the field to Olivia Torres and Ella Gould. Gould took the ball to the left, drew the goalie out and made a reverse hit that crossed the goal and went in for the score.”
–Props: “Taylor Pagano continues to improve with each game and was on fire tonight. Olivia Torres was dominant with her stickwork in the midfield. Bridget Hess was hustling all over the field. MJ Reilly was moved to midfield and played strong the entire game. Forward Melissa Torpey played resiliently throughout the game bringing the ball up the field multiple times and also getting back on defense to help out.”
Upper Moreland captain Ella Gould: “All week, we have been looking forward to playing this night game and having family and fans come out to watch. I started to think we may go into OT, and even though we were tired, I knew we just had to keep up the hustle. We worked too hard during the regular time to lose in overtime.
“I kept telling the girls that I knew we were going to score and we just needed to keep up the energy and those breakaways. When I got the ball, I went left and just made the quick decision to take that reverse hit. And the ball went in. We just wanted to show that we left everything on the field tonight.”
Bensalem coach Gary Kubik:
–On the game: “Great game back and forth, but the Owls lose 1-0 to Upper Moreland in overtime. Both teams had their chances as the game played out over 60 minutes, but neither team was able to score. Upper Moreland scored two minutes and two seconds into the overtime on a beautiful night for hockey.
“We played very sound hockey tonight as we have been, but the coaches are still unable to find the right mix to get their offense going. We have some very great players, but we’re still trying to find the right combinations. It’s a work in progress, and while I’m saddened that we didn’t get the win tonight, I’m proud of the girls for playing the way they did throughout.”
Up next: Upper Moreland will travel to Upper Dublin Monday, and Bensalem will host Central Bucks South Monday in a non-league game.
Bensalem 0-0-0-0-0 0
Upper Moreland 0-0-0-0-1 1
COUNCIL ROCK NORTH 1, DOCK MENNONITE ACADEMY 1 (OT)
The CR North field hockey team played a tough game against Dock Mennonite.
“I am proud of how hard we fought from start to finish,” Rock North coach Jules Singer said. “One of the best moments came in the fourth quarter when Ella Moore scored a hungry goal. That goal gave us a boost and momentum.
Things are really starting to click for us. The girls are communicating better, moving the ball with purpose, and trusting each other more every game. We’re growing as a team, and the progress is clear.
“We’ll keep working hard, learning, and improving. I’m proud of this group and excited to see what’s next.”
Up next: Council Rock North will host North Penn in a non-league game Monday.
SOUDERTON 8, CARDINAL O’HARA 0
Gianna Bocchino connected on an unassisted goal just over three minutes into the game, and the visiting Indians were off and running.
The Indians, who led 2-0 after one quarter, scored three unanswered goals in the second quarter – all three with Charlotte O’Neill assists – to go into halftime with a 5-0 lead on their way to the no-doubt-about it win
Seven different players contributed goals. O’Neill had a hand in five goals, assisting on four and scoring one. Lexi Yanchunas had a pair of goals in the second quarter. Bocchino, Hannah Cornes, Hannah Fuente, Lydia Lynch and Cameron Bauer each added a single goal.
Scoring summary
First quarter
Gianna Bocchino (S) 11:41
Charlotte McNeill (S) 3:10
Second quarter
Hannah Cornes (S) assisted by Charlotte McNeill, 10:30
Lexi Yanchunas (S) assisted by Charlotte McNeill 5:41
Lexi Yanchunas (S) assisted by Charlotte McNeill 0:00
Third quarter
Hannah Fuente (S) 11:16
Period 3 (S) 8:00 Lydia Lynch (S) 8:00
Period 3 (S) 3:24 Cameron Bauer (S) assisted by Charlotte McNeill, 3:24
By the numbers: Shots: S 20, CO 2; Penalty corners: S 11, CO 3, Goalie saves: S 2, CO 12.
Souderton coach Sue Casciato:
–On the game: “We haven’t been able to finish on offense the last few games, so it was nice to break out of our goal-scoring slump today. It was also nice to have 7 different players record a goal.”
Up next: Souderton will travel to Council Rock South for a crossover game.
Souderton 2-3-3-0 8
Cardinal O’Hara 0-0-0-0 0
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