The Community School of Naples girls lacrosse team faced off against American Heritage in the Class 1A state semifinals on Tuesday, May 9. Unfortunately, they were unable to secure a spot in the championship game, falling short with a final score of 12-3.
Game Overview
- Defensive Performance: American Heritage’s defense played a crucial role in their victory, holding CSN to a season-low in scoring. The team was limited to just 13 shots on goal throughout the game.
- Offensive Struggles: Despite the strong defensive effort from American Heritage, CSN’s offense struggled to find its footing and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Match Progression
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First Half:
- American Heritage took an early lead, scoring three goals before CSN could get on the board.
- The deficit continued to grow as American Heritage added two more goals before halftime.
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Third Quarter:
- CSN finally scored early in the third quarter when Ruby Smith netted her first goal, bringing the score to 4-2 for American Heritage.
- However, American Heritage quickly responded with three consecutive goals.
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Fourth Quarter:
- American Heritage pulled away from CSN, solidifying their victory and securing a spot at the state championships next week.
Team Reflection
Despite falling short of their goal for a state title appearance this year, CSN head coach Brett Queener praised his team’s season. He noted that they will graduate five seniors who contributed significantly to their success, including:
- Senior captain Lily Nelson
- Senior midfielder Ruby Smith
- Senior defender Emma Dwyer
- Senior midfielder Maddie Kline
- Junior attacker Emily Flickinger
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