The season came to an end for three SOL girls’ lacrosse team in Thursday’s second round of the District 1 3A Tournament.
District 1 3A second round
#7 DOWNINGTOWN WEST 15, #10 PENNSBURY 8
The Falcons trailed by just two heading into halftime, but they were outscored 7-2 in the second half and saw their successful season come to an end.
“We knew going into this game that Downingtown West was a fast team,” coach Marguerite Piccolo said. “They have a very disciplined attack and deep bench.”
A highlight of the contest was senior Olivia Graebner reaching a personal milestone.
“Liv earned her 100th goal despite being face-guarded,” Piccolo said.
Graebner’s three goals, three assists and one draw control led the Falcons. Grace Holmes added one goal and eight draw controls, and Mia Popovich had one goal and three draw controls. Riley Borgman and Angelina Kennedy both added a goal.
“They played well all over the field – I’m very proud of them,” Piccolo said.
Pennsbury closed out its season with a 14-5 record overall. The Falcons were 9-1 in league play and captured a share of the SOL National Conference title.
Pennsbury 6-2 8
Downingtown West 8-7 15
#6 GREAT VALLEY 15, NORTH PENN 4
A season that exceeded even their own expectations came to an end for the Knights, who trailed 10-3 at halftime and never threatened a talented Patriot squad.
“Tonight’s loss brought an end to a Cinderella season for us,” coach Heather Mellow said. “We lost to a very good Great Valley team.
“I’m very proud of my team for giving it their everything the entire game.”
Kayla Stressman had one goal, one assist and eight draw controls. Adding one goal each were Grace McGeehan, Stephanie Gibson and Lauren Blanch.
Kiera Holt recorded seven saves in goal.
“This young team can only learn from this experience,” Mellow said. “Hopefully, it keeps them hungry to want to continue to improve, so they can get back to the playoffs next year.”
North Penn closed out its season with a 13-6 record overall. They were 9-1 in league play and shared the SOL National Conference title with Pennsbury.
North Penn 3-1 4
Great Valley 10-5 15
#2 OWEN J ROBERTS 20, #15 PENNRIDGE 0
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