The Leavitt Hornets came out strong in their Class B North quarterfinal matchup against the Gardiner Tigers. Motivated by the win-or-go-home nature of the postseason and the memory of their late coach, Wanda Ward-MacLean, the Hornets sought redemption against the team that defeated them earlier in the season. With two goals from Maddie Morin and one from Ainsley Barry, Leavitt secured a 3-1 victory. They will now face top-seeded Belfast in the B North semifinals. The Hornets displayed their aggression from the start, dominating near the goals and quickly regaining possession whenever Gardiner threatened. Despite struggling to connect and create quality opportunities, Leavitt managed to break through in the final minute of the first quarter, taking a 1-0 lead. This early goal provided the motivation they needed to keep pushing. In the second quarter, Morin extended the lead with a determined effort, while Gardiner managed to narrow the gap just before halftime. The Tigers maintained their momentum in the early stages of the third quarter, but Leavitt regained control and held on for the win. Despite a valiant effort from Gardiner, Leavitt sealed the victory with another goal from Morin in the final minutes of the game. Gardiner concludes their season with a 9-6 record, showing promise for the future with their young team. Overall, it was a great display of field hockey, with Leavitt showcasing their skills and Gardiner demonstrating their potential for growth.