Check out the recaps for SOL girls’ lacrosse teams in action Tuesday. PW/CR South photos provided courtesy of John Gleeson. Check back for a gallery of photos.
National Conference
Council Rock North 13, Pennsbury 7
(Submitted by Council Rock North girls lacrosse)
Council Rock North High School battled Pennsbury High School in a tough, physical matchup, and the Indians responded with a complete team effort to come away with an impressive 13-7 victory against a strong Pennsbury squad in Tuesday’s National Conference opener.
A major highlight for Pennsbury came from Sasha Dobos, who scored her 100th career goal while recording a hat trick performance. It was a milestone moment for the Falcons, but Council Rock North’s offensive firepower and steady defensive play proved too much to overcome.
Leading the way for North was captain Olivia Esposito, who delivered another dominant all-around performance with 4 goals, 2 ground balls, 7 draw controls, and a free-position goal. Captain Cat McBride matched that offensive output with 4 goals and 5 draw controls, continuing to set the tone in transition and attack.
Captain Gabby Mann orchestrated much of the offense, finishing with 2 goals, 4 assists, and 2 ground balls, helping create scoring opportunities throughout the game.
Additional scoring came from Addison Deppi, who added 1 goal and 2 ground balls, while Stella
Allain also contributed with a goal. Katelyn Campanelli chipped in with an assist.
With standout midfielder Ellie Carney sidelined by injury, Council Rock North continued to show depth. Clara Altier stepped up with 3 ground balls and 2 draw controls, while Isabel “Izzy” Wielehowski made a major impact with 4 ground balls and 2 draw controls, helping stabilize the midfield and defensive transition.
In goal, Mia Luna and the entire defensive unit turned in a strong effort, limiting quality opportunities and keeping an excellent Pennsbury team under pressure throughout the contest.
Up next: North will visit Downingtown East for a nonleague matchup at 3:45 pm Thursday. Pennsbury will host Coatesville at 11 am Saturday.
American Conference
Wissahickon 19, William Tennent 2
Eight different players contributed to the scoring as Wissahickon rolled to a decisive 19-2 victory over William Tennent in Tuesday’s American Conference opener for both teams.
Sophia Stehlik led the Trojans with five goals, while Paige Dratch scored three and added an assist. The Trojans scooped up 24 ground balls and caused four turnovers.
Laney DelRossi scored both goals for Tennent.
By the numbers: Wissahickon: Sophia Stehlik (5 G, 2 GB, 3 DC), Paige Dratch (3 G, 1 A, 4 GB), Kaylee Hammond (2 G, 1 A, 1 GB, 1 DC), Carly Lehman (2 G, 3 GB, 4 DC), Lexi Bellinzoni (2 G, 2 A, 1 GB), Tessa Garrick (1 G), Samantha Farno (3 G, 4 GB, 5 DC), Emmie Keller (1 G), Emmie Keller (5 GB), Cate Brecher (2 GB), Carly Lynch (2 GB), Tatum Ruhren (1 save). William Tennent: Laney DelRossi (2 G).
Up next: The Trojans will visit Methacton for a nonleague game at 3:45 pm Thursday. The Panthers return to action when they visit Conwell-Egan Catholic at 4:45 pm March 27.
SOL Crossover non-league
Lower Moreland 12, Neshaminy 7
Maddie Broderick scored a game-high six goals and added eight draw controls and a pair of caused turnovers to boost Lower Moreland over Neshaminy 12-7 in Tuesday’s SOL crossover nonleague matchup.
Maria Mitchell led Neshaminy with a hat trick.
The Lions got off to a quick start, taking a 5-2 lead after one quarter.
By the numbers: Lower Moreland: Julia McNesby (4 G), Maddie Broderick (6 G, 8 DC, 2 CTO), Haylee Huber (2 G). Neshaminy: Maria Mitchell (3 G), Cait Lennon (2 G).
Lower Moreland coach Steve Wittmer: “The girls fought hard today. It went back and forth throughout the first half. Lower Moreland came out strong, putting up five goals in the first to Neshaminy’s two goals. Neshaminy came back hard in the second quarter, shutting out Lower Moreland and putting up two goals of their own. The second half was more of the same.”
Up next: Neshaminy will visit Dock Mennonite Academy at 3:45 pm today. The Lions will host Sacred Heart Academy at 3:45 pm Thursday.
Lower Moreland 5 0 4 3 – 12
Neshaminy 2 2 2 1 – 7
Plymouth Whitemarsh 12, Council Rock South 6
Despite a slow start on a bitter day, Plymouth Whitemarsh found its rhythm and powered in 11 first-half goals on the way to a 12-6 victory over Council Rock South in Tuesday’s SOL Crossover nonleague game.
Maite Jayo led the Colonials with three goals and six assists. Ella Mayberry led South with a pair of goals.
By the numbers: Plymouth Whitemarsh: Maite Jayo (3 G, 6 A), Grace Harvey (3 G, 2 A), Katie Guarino (2 G), Gracie Kerns (2 G), Rachel Craft (1 G), Riley Martin (1 G), Addi Stein (2 saves). Council Rock South: Ella Mayberry (2 G), Camryn Brundage (1 G), Mia Gieneles (1 G), Julia Haurin (1 G), Mia Schink (1 G).
Plymouth Whitemarsh coach Ellen Reilly: “Today was a very cold day and it took a while for the girls to get warmed up. We were very aggressive, and CR South had a hard time handling the pressure. We forced a lot of CTOs, with 7 players getting in on the takeaways.”
Up next: South is back in action at 3:30 pm today at Quakertown. The Colonials will visit Ridley for a nonleague matchup at 7 pm Thursday.
Plymouth Whitemarsh 11 1 – 12
Council Rock South 5 1 – 6
Souderton 17, New Hope-Solebury 8
Addie Yost exploded for nine goals to power Souderton to a 17-8 victory over New Hope-Solebury in Tuesday’s SOL Crossover nonleague matchup.
The Indians led 12-5 at halftime.
By the numbers: Souderton: Carly Gavetti (1 G), Cammy Moyer (2 A), Rae Wallace (2 G, 1 A), Aly Hassett (2 G), Addie Yost (9 G, 1 A), Caroline Kelcy (3 G), Sophia Smith (1 A), Nika Fulginiti (6 saves).
New Hope-Solebury: Valerie Segler (4 saves), Claire Thomas-Klug (2 saves), Emerson Thistlewaite (2 G, 1DC), Hailey Castellano (2 G, 1 A, 2 GB, 5 DC), Olivia Conte (3 GB, 5 DC), Elizabeth Brennan (2 G), Dani Jermyn (1 G, 1GB), Carolyn Brennan (1 G, 2A), Gabi Soli (1 A 1 DC)
Up next: Souderton will look to build on its season-opening win when it visits Upper Perkiomen at 3:45 pm Thursday. New Hope-Solebury will host Jenkintown at 3:30 pm Thursday.
New Hope-Solebury 4 4 – 8
Souderton 12 5 – 17
Nonleague
Cheltenham 10, Pope John Paul 5
Cheltenham came out strong in Tuesday’s season-opener, with a 10-5 win over nonleague opponent Pope John Paul.
In all, eight players contributed to the stats, with Brianna Gardner opening the season with a statement game, racking up seven goals along with 5 ground balls, five caused turnovers, and seven draw controls. Freshman Lilad Payne scored her first varsity goal.
By the numbers: Cheltenham: Brianna Gardner (7 G, 5 GB, 5 CTO, 7 DC), Maggie Leighton (2 G, 2 GB), Lilad Payne (1 G, 2 GB), Marelle Johnston (2 GB, 1 DC), Giana Meija (2 GB).
Cheltenham coach Emily Towey: “Today was a great reminder to just trust the process and control the controllables. This season has already had quite a few challenges with the weather, field conditions, and injuries over the past few weeks. Our team is really coming together, adapting, and growing as a cohesive unit. We earned this win together, and have found a lot of ways to rise above and I am really proud of them for that!”
—Props: “Our defense did a great job led by our goalie, Meg Robinson, with nearly a 70 percent save percentage (11 saves, 5 goals allowed).”
Up next: The Panthers will travel to Interboro at 3:30 pm on Thursday.
Central Bucks West 15, Spring-Ford 11
It all starts with the draw.
Central Bucks West’s draw control, and ball control, proved critical as the Bucks pulled out a 15-11 victory over Spring-Ford in Tuesday’s nonleague game.
Olivia Barrett had six draw controls to go along with six goals, two assists, three ground balls and three caused turnovers. Kamryn Brownlow’s six draws and Ainsley Shissler’s one draw control added to the Bucks’ dominance in the faceoff circle.
By the numbers: Central Bucks West: Olivia Barrett (6 G, 2 A, 6 DC, 3 GB, 3 CTO), Ainsley Shissler (6 G, 1 DC), Kamryn Brownlow (1 A, 6 DC, 3 GB, 3 CTO), Adelaide Stromberg (2 G, 1 CTO), Zola Morelli (1 G, 1 GB, 2 CTO), Kendra Pitts (4 saves, 2 GB), Lucy Crosland (1 save, 1 GB).
Central Bucks West coach Elena Romesburg: “It was definitely a cold one out there but I was proud of how the team rebounded coming off of a tough loss to Radnor and no practices in between. It was a great way to open up at home and continue with our tough out-of-conference schedule.”
—Dominating draws: “My draw unit of Olivia Barrett, Kam Brownlow, and Ainsley Shissler really had a great night. They take a lot of pride in their communication, and they have put a ton of work into making this a consistent element of our game. Kam Brownlow had an amazing night in the midfield causing turnovers and doing all the little things on the field that don’t always show in the stat book. She is coming off a 3 goal, 1 assist performance against Radnor, so she is truly a do it all midfielder. Olivia Barrett also had a tremendous game in the midfield. I lean on her to do a lot on the field and she had a very complete game.
—Props: “Zola Morelli and Addy Stromberg also had very consistent games in the midfield. Sophomore Ainsley Shissler also exploded on the offensive end and showed she is a threat in transition as a dodger and cutter.”
Up next: West will host Easton at 6:30 pm Friday.
Upper Moreland 5, Lansdale Catholic 3
Upper Moreland edged Lansdale Catholic 5-3 in a hard-fought defensive struggle in Tuesday’s nonleague game.
Molly McCann made 6 saves to secure the victory for the Golden Bears.
By the numbers: Upper Moreland: Madeline Cox (3 G), Keira Hess (1 G, 2 DC, 3 GB), Keiley Hawk (1 G), Bridget Hess (1 A), Ella Gould (1 A), Molly McCann (6 saves).
Upper Moreland coach Kim Frantz: “Today really was a defensive battle. Lansdale Catholic did a great job of controlling the draws. We did well transitioning to offense and did a great job stopping Lansdale Catholic in their transition. Our attack is continuing to work together and learn how each other plays to be the best unit.”
—Props: “Our defense of Maggie Brophy, Kendall Hurley, Leah King, and Maddy Frantz really did a great job of getting a lot of stops off the draw and throughout the whole game. They played together as a unit.
“Madeline Cox came up big, finishing on 8m and contributing 3 goals.”
Up next: The Bears are back in action at 3:30 pm today when they host Bensalem.
Upper Moreland 1 1 2 1 – 5
Lansdale Catholic 1 0 1 1 – 3
Pennridge 11, Garnet Valley 5
(Submitted by Pennridge girls lacrosse)
The Rams were nothing but locked in for their season opener vs Garnet Valley on Tuesday. Pennridge was looking for a statement win and that’s exactly what they got in an 11-5 win to help set the tone for this season.
The first quarter went scoreless, with both teams getting looks at cage but neither able to capitalize.
Madigan Posey was the first to notch one for the Rams 2 minutes into the second quarter. Harper Posey put up goal number two off a feed from freshman Megan Moylan. Garnet Valley answered back with a goal a minute later, making the score 2-1 in favor of the Rams. Moylan scored her first of the day with 4:30 left before halftime, followed by Madigan Posey’s second of the day with 2 minutes left.
Moylan put up her second of the day with 9 minutes left in the third. Moylan, who is expected to make a significant impact on the well-balanced Rams’ offense unit, also contributed 3 ground balls and 2 caused turnovers, proving her efforts are effective all over the field. Harper Posey put up her second of the day 5 minutes into the second half. Emma Gall was right behind her with her first goal on the day. Gall’s presence was felt coast to coast with 3 points, 4 grounds balls, 3 caused turnovers, and a draw control.
Madigan Posey completed the hat trick, and was also a dominant presence on the draw, coming up with 5 draw controls. Colbie Landherr scored her first with 2 minutes to spare in the third, then added another with 3 seconds on the clock, with both goals assisted by Gall.
The fourth quarter proceeded to become a game of possession for the Rams as they looked to clinch their first win of the season. Kayla Verespy put up the only goal for Pennridge in the fourth off a feed from Colbie Landherr.
The defensive unit was the real star of the show for the Rams today, with Norah Herbst, Julia Lenox, Jenna Verespy, and Lily Roller standing tall with 17 ground balls and 5 saves (50% save percentage) from freshman Nina Rotella in cage to lead the team to its first victory of the spring.
Pennridge coach Maddie Dachowski: “I definitely pushed this team to absolutely rise to the occasion today. This game is a big season-opener for us. I know we are talented enough to compete with the top-ranked teams and we proved that today. I am excited to see what we can do this season, with a challenging out-of-conference schedule preparing us, I’m ready for my girls to make a big run this year. We have a lot of depth, chemistry, and new players, creating the perfect vibe for our 2026 season.”
Up next: The Rams will host Spring-Ford at noon on Saturday.
Pennridge 0 4 6 1 – 11
Garnet Valley 0 1 2 2 – 5
From Saturday, March 14
Council Rock North 13, Owen J. Roberts 12 (OT)
(Submitted by Council Rock North girls lacrosse)
In an exciting early-season battle, Council Rock North earned a hard-fought 13-12 overtime victory on Saturday over the Owen J. Roberts Wildcats — one of the strongest lacrosse programs in Pennsylvania.
North entered the matchup missing standout midfielder Ellie Carney, who is out for the season with a foot injury. Carney was expected to be a major part of the returning dynamic midfield unit alongside captains Olivia Esposito and Catherine McBride, making her absence a significant challenge for the team.
Despite that setback, North battled all game in a true back-and-forth contest against an outstanding Wildcats’ squad that never stopped competing.
Leading the way was captain Catherine McBride, who delivered a dominant performance with 9 goals, including the dramatic overtime game-winner, along with 1 assist, 6 ground balls, and 11 draw controls.
Esposito controlled critical possessions on the draw circle, contributing 2 draw controls, 1 goal, 1 assist, and 3 ground balls, while providing leadership throughout the game.
Captain Gabby Mann added 1 goal, 1 assist, and 2 ground balls, continuing to make key plays in important moments.
Additional scoring came from Addison Deppi (1 G, 2 GB) and Stella Allain (1 G).
Players stepping into larger midfield roles because of Carney’s injury also made major contributions, with Clara Altier picking up 3 ground balls and 2 draw controls, while Isabel Wielehowski had 4 ground balls and 2 draw controls.
In goal, Gigi LeDonni and the entire defensive unit did an outstanding job containing a dangerous OJR offense, making key stops and defensive stands when the game was on the line.
This was a complete team win against one of Pennsylvania’s premier programs — showing resilience, leadership, and depth early in the season.
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