Check out the preview capsules for SOL girls’ soccer teams in action in the District 1 Tournament. (Photo courtesy. Of Trish Sexton)
No. 1 Pennridge Rams (First Round Bye)
Will face 16 Council Rock South/17 Springfield Delco winner
14-3-0 record
9-1-0 SOL Colonial champions
Senior Seretha “Cece” DeMoss, a Marist recruit, is a fourth-year starter in goal with six shutouts this season.
Seniors Avery Runk (Florida Atlantic) and Addy Mills (Duquesne) and junior Natalie Walter anchor the backline and contribute offensively.
Offense has come from multiple sources; seniors Emma Shaeffer and Erin Corbett have scored some clutch goals and junior G Howley is a finisher and distributor.
Went 10-3-0 in matches against other District 1 4A qualifiers
No. 16 Council Rock South vs No 17 Springfield Delco
Council Rock South Golden Hawks
9-7-2 Record
5-3-2 SOL Patriot
Senior goalkeeper Ella Mayberry makes plenty of clutch plays and gets help from a back line featuring Brooke Pavlow and Madison Mohr
Seniors Macy Laidlaw (Rider), Keagan Terry (Stevens) and Gianna Kirlin (Chestnut Hill) along with Anna Horn have been consistent threats around goal all season.
Kate Deal, Brianna Howard, Ruby Bross and Krissy Philip help command a midfield unit that plays both sides of the ball well.
Springfield Delco Cougars
10-8-0 Record
Sophomore Mia Gutowski is the team’s top option offensively, skilled on the ball and as a finisher.
Freshman Alice Murphy has emerged as a consistent threat in the attack.
Seniors Scarlett Digrazio, Ally Shull, Lil DiTrolio and Erin Curtis provide leadership in key positions.
No. 8 Neshaminy vs No. 25 Boyertown
Neshaminy
14-4 Record
9-1-0 SOL Patriot champion
Senior Ava Hood and junior Lily Kaczmarek anchor the defense in front of keeper Alexis Barnes. Kaczmarek is also an excellent set piece taker.
Senior Bri Garyah (NJIT) is relentless up top with her speed and is a strong finisher around goal.
Deep midfield group led by seniors Emerson Rooney, Mia Stock and Cassidy Tweedie and junior Anna Axenroth.
Handed No. 6 Council Rock North its first loss of the season.
Boyertown Bears
7-8-3 record
Senior Laura Willing (DeSales) helps control the back line in front of senior goalkeeper Gianna Martin
Seniors Ava Leatherman (Kutztown) and Maddie Barker run the midfield.
Senior Kaylyn Anderson is a top option in the attack.
No. 9 Plymouth Whitemarsh vs. No. 24 Phoenixville
Plymouth Whitemarsh Colonials
14-3-1 Record
9-1-0 SOL Liberty Champion
First outright SOL title since 2014.
Defeated Phoenixville 2-0 on Aug. 26
Senior Maddie McGuckien leads the team in goals with 12 and also anchors a stout back line while junior midfielder Maddi Lazaroff has a team-best 12 assists.
Senior-led group also gets plenty of contributions from GK Olivia Bragg, defender Kaiane Jayo, midfielder Maite Jayo, forwards Marleigh Burton and Keira Whalen and midfielders Mia Baron and Liv Patete.
Freshmen Lori Flannery, JJ Lafferty and Molly McEvoy have played like veterans in the starting group.
Phoenixville Phantoms
9-6-3 Record
PAC Frontier champion
Seniors Taylor Schneider and Gabriella Goudie provide pace on the wings.
Taylor Schneider, Lilah O’Donnell and senior Molly Cirone are top options on offense.
Senior Julia Chain anchors the midfield while seniorsLauren Flick and Lindsay Maurer solidify the back line.
No. 13 Garnet Valley vs No. 20 Souderton
Garnet Valley Jaguars
11-5-2 Record
Senior Reese Regula (Leeds Beckett University) is a strong-shot stopper in goal with more than 100 career saves.
Seniors Ellarose Griggs (Queens University) and Kamryn Sarmento have been a consistent one-two offensive punch all season. Senior Ellie Riggs and Raelyn Smith are also involved plenty in the attack
Seniors Reese Hunter (Trinity College), Erica Jones, Amber Hatton and Sylvie Bell (Wofford) help lock up the back line.
Souderton Indians
10-8-0 record
3-7-0 SOL Colonial
First postseason appearance since 2019
Third straight year with an increase in total wins
Junior Hannah Beckett (Providence) is a dynamic threat around the goal who can finish and also set up goals. Juniors Julia Purvy and Lily Heron add plenty of speed on the flanks and the trio plays well off each other.
Senior captain Kahlan Hurley has been tremendous in goal all season behind a defense led by senior Kaitlyn Lanci and featuring Lilly Fisher, Kylie Cummings and Maddie Moreland.
Senior Siena Stunkard controls the midfield and has a good foot taking set pieces
No. 2 Central Bucks East Patriots (First Round Bye)
Will face 15 WC Henderson / 18 North Penn winner
15-3-0 Record
7-3-0 SOL Colonial
Senior goalkeeper Aralynn Patterson (Dickinson) has a good command of the defense and confidently makes crucial plays.
Highly potent attack is paced by triple-threat front line of juniors Mia Forney (Maryland), Mattie Williams (Villanova) and Taylor Roumy (Richmond).
Juniors Kiera Sleicher (Ole Miss) and Ava Mignon control the midfield
Seniors Paige Dougherty and Skylar Lipp have stepped up on the back line along with junior Ella Roumy (Richmond)
No. 15 WC Henderson vs No. 18 North Penn
WC Henderson Warriors
10-6-1 Record
Sydney Fernandes has been around the ball in front of goal all season as both a consistent finisher but also a facilitator. Senior captain Kaitlyn Miller has also been a top threat at forward.
Senior Olivia Hnat, Emily Westbrook and Anne Knapp move the ball well in the attacking end and have assisted plenty of goals.
Senior captain Lauren Blakey anchors a defensive unit that has seen plenty of contributors in its seven shutout efforts.
North Penn Knights
8-9-1 Record
1-8-1 SOL Colonial
Back line composed of Jadyn Sperling, Allison Schall, Alyssa Chartrand and Sophia Zampirri covers for each other well in front of goalkeeper Julia Fiore.
Junior Madi Morrow is a workhorse in the midfield, getting plenty of support from Elliot Hanranhan, Mehya Godhania, Paula Fernadez, Avery Krepps and Lieka Keijzer
Senior Izzy Rudnick always puts in a good shift at forward while the Knights have been boosted by some critical goals from freshmen Annaliese Marnien and Lani Bachmann throughout the season.
No. 7 Central Bucks South vs No. 26 Haverford
Central Bucks South Titans
12-4-1 Record
6-4-0 SOL Colonial
Senior Riley Karpinski, a Virginia Tech recruit, is a dynamite attacking player who can score in any manner of ways. Senior Kelly Donnelly and sophomores Khloe Montini and Charlotte Manley have also been involved in plenty of scoring chances.
Senior captain Tessa Hughes is a force in the midfield while seniors Monika Daly and Delaney Rowe cover plenty of ground in the middle and all three can win the ball.
Senior captain Alana Peev (St. Joe’s) is a physical presence at center back who is also a header threat on set pieces. She helps control the back alongside seniors Brooke Carrigan and Peyton Mumm in front of junior Morgan Sowash, who is a clutch keeper.
Haverford Fords
7-10-1 Record
Senior Maddie Shafer, a co-captain, helps solidify the back line in front of keeper Lilly Schlotz
Senior Lizzie Gondek and junior Kendall Gillespie are the Fords’ primary scoring options.
No. 10 Downingtown East vs No. 23 Pennsbury
Downingtown East Cougars
12-4-2 Record
Junior Izzy Haag, a Delaware recruit, is a stalwart on defense at center back but also a threat to score goals
Junior Maddy Simonton, a co-captain, commands the defense in goal.
Strong sophomore group headlined by midfield/forwards Loewn Patton and Emily Zajac.
Senior Lilly Donnelly is a good distributor and senior Paige Pfizenmayer is another threat in the attack.
Pennsbury Falcons
10-7-1 Record
5-4-1 SOL Patriot
Goals tend to come from all over, with seniors Ashlyn McEwing (Misericordia) and Corinne Russo (TCNJ) involved in plenty whether it be scoring, assisting or just creating a chance.
The Falcons have plenty of underclassmen contributors including Ria Pevzner, Sofia Gorski, Abbie Ellis and Jules Hammer.
Defense is a cohesive group led by seniors Izzy DiMattia (Arcadia) and Clare Caldaro (Albright), along with Jordyn Patrick and Piper Curtin in front of goalkeeper Madison Ferroni.
No. 6 Council Rock North vs No. 27 Upper Dublin
Council Rock North Indians
15-2-1 Record
7-2-1 SOL Patriot
Began season with 13 straight wins.
Juniors Keagan Terry and Brynn Rogers are strong center forwards while junior Isabel Diaz and sophomore Sarina Igval bring a ton of pace and scoring ability on the wings.
Strong midfield led by seniors Audrey Rogan and Alexa Pikul and junior Addison Martin with Claire Kelly and Ashley Barone among a pool of reserves who keep a high level of play.
Veteran back line led by seniors Amber Yuan and Kinsley Smith, junior Isabella Lanza and sophomore Cierra Frank.
Senior Reese Ludwig is an experienced goalkeeper who has made plenty of big saves.
Upper Dublin Flying Cardinals
9-8-0 Record
6-4-0 SOL Liberty
Junior Bridget DiMartile is a handful for defenses with speed, size and ability to shoot from distance. Seniors Rosie Sitman and Ava Shohen are also threats from the wide positions.
Senior Peyton Ward pulls the strings in attacking midfield and is adept at scoring or setting up goals. Emerson Smith has also been a consistent offensive threat this fall.
Sophomore Brooke Ellner anchors a back line that also features junior Shannon Connaughton, junior Sofie Serrano, junior Morgan Welsh and junior Bailey Fichter.
No. 11 Conestoga vs No. 22 Quakertown
Conestoga Pioneers
10-6-1 record
Have been PIAA 4A runner-up last two years
Seniors Izzy Montalvo and Emily Klaiber have both come up big in goal during the season.
Senior Ryann Jennings, a Lehigh basketball recruit, and senior Katie Mierzwa anchor the Pioneers’ defensive unit.
Senior co-captain Maddie Fox patrols midfield in front of the back line.
Senior co-captain Lauren Grimes and senior Fure Abhulimen will generate chances up top.
Quakertown Panthers
9-8-1
4-5-1 SOL Liberty
Sophomores Maya James and Shylee Williams have been persistent threats in attack, bringing plenty of speed and scoring many hustle goals.
Senior Faith Greenday pulls the strings in the midfield supported by junior Brynn Gillin, and sophomore Anna Gingrich.
Senior Anna Greenday helps keep the back line secure alongside sophomores Ellie Stanziola, Emily Marzinkie, Brielle Bailey and freshman Alexa Reich.
Sophomore Lilly Remick has been sure-handed in goal during the season.
No. 14 Marple Newtown vs No. 19 Abington
Marple Newtown Tigers
10-5-3 Record
Goalkeeper Nicole Semerjian is solid between the posts.
Senior captain Jessie Baumeister and senior Amelia DiValerio set the tone in midfield with tenacious play.
Senior Justine Rimple brings skill at the forward spot while senior Catherine Labouno has plenty of pace to run at defenders.
Abington Ghosts
9-7-2 Record
7-2-1 SOL Liberty
Seniors Nya Riggs (Stony Brook) and Emily Kaeser are a strong tandem at centerback who can win headers and distribute the ball.
Senior Addy Hayden is a fourth year starter in goal.
Senior Alexis Whaley (Ursinus) and junior Addie Doyle pace a Ghosts attack that is good on set pieces.
Class 3A
No. 7 Lower Moreland vs No. 10 Mount Saint Joseph Academy
(Winner faces No. 2 Radnor)
Lower Moreland Lions
9-8-1 record
7-3-0 SOL Freedom
Sophomore Emma Leibert has emerged as a potent scorer while junior Shannon Mahon and freshman Ella Frey have also been solid in front of goal.
Lions lean on a deep midfield group led by junior Quinn Rozanski and featuring Sammy Pennisi, Gabby Sellecchia, Dara Chartock, Evie O’Brien, Haylee Huber and Jordyn Fox
Veteran defensive unit led by senior keeper Giuls Fogarty, center backs Agnes Kroll and Izzy O’Brien and senior co-captain Violet Levin.
Mount Saint Joseph Academy Magic
4-11-3 record
Senior captain Jenna Miller is a fixture in the center of the back line.
Seniors Kaitlyn Cunningham and Ynez Doyle anchor the midfield
Class 2A
No. 2 Merion Mercy Academy vs No. 3 Springfield Twp
Merion Mercy Academy
12-6-0 Record
Springfield Twp Spartans
12-5-1 Record
9-1-0 SOL Freedom champion
Dynamic freshman Karter Brady is leading scorer, flanked by skilled sophomores Liz Hanuschak and Ava Brnich in a potent front line.
Senior captains Anna Hendrzak, Murphy McGranaghan and Caitlin Lewis all help to anchor the back line and provide leadership along with June Kirk.
Maddie Decker and Karly Hartman contribute in all areas of the midfield
Team won its first-ever SOL league title.
Six straight wins to end the season.
Seven victories against teams in 4A classification.
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