Lehighton field hockey put up a good fight against Wilson in the District 11 Class 1A quarterfinals, but ultimately fell short in a 1-0 overtime loss. The game was evenly matched, with both teams battling back and forth throughout. Lehighton had a chance to win in overtime, but couldn’t find the net. Despite the loss, coach Emma Sawyer is proud of her team’s effort.
Lehighton started the season strong with an 8-2 record, but struggled in their last 10 games, going winless. Sawyer believes the team got too comfortable and let up a bit. However, she remains optimistic for next season, with a group of talented eighth-graders joining the team.
The Indians will say goodbye to eight seniors, but will rely on the junior core of Brielle Frable, Natalie Blair, Anna Howland, and Allee Maini to lead the way. Sawyer is confident that the team will continue to grow and improve.
In the quarterfinal matchup, Wilson, seeded fourth, came out on top against Lehighton, seeded fifth. The game was a close one, just as expected. Lehighton’s leading scorer, Gabby Brown, had an impressive season with 27 goals.
This wasn’t the first time the two teams faced off this season. Lehighton previously defeated Wilson 2-0 in a regular season game. However, in the quarterfinals, Wilson had the upper hand.
In terms of statistics, Wilson had 11 corners compared to Lehighton’s two. Despite the difference, Lehighton put up a strong fight.
Coach Sawyer reflects on her first year as head coach and sees it as a learning experience. She has learned to roll with the punches and adapt to challenges.
Despite facing a late-season injury, senior leader Maggie Pagotto continued to play and was in the lineup for the quarterfinal game. Her dedication and determination were commendable.
In conclusion, Lehighton field hockey may have come up short in the quarterfinals, but they fought hard and gave it their all. The team showed growth and resilience throughout the season. With a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers, the future looks bright for Lehighton field hockey.