Girls soccer: Sandwich tops Spellman

SANDWICH — In a game that had the atmosphere of a South Sectional semifinal or final, the Sandwich Blue Knights prevailed against the Cardinal Spellman Cardinals at the Oak Ridge School, 1-0.

Both sides kept up their intensity from start to finish, with everyone on their feet until the final whistle.

"There was no lack of energy," Sandwich coach Dave DeConto said of the match.

Sophomore Olivia Horman found the perfect time to earn her first varsity goal, knocking home a cross from senior Caroline McKenna in the 19th minute mark.

The Knights (3-1) and the Cardinals (3-1-1) had their chances in the balance of the match but were unable to break through.

Senior goalie Maggie LaVangie earned the shutout, making a pair of key stops off of direct kicks in the final 10 minutes to help preserve the lead.

LaVangie got strong defensive support from senior Colleen Macdonald, juniors Liz Wegman and Hailey Whelan and senior Rachel Lake. Juniors Becca Mandy and Bella Collentro were key in the midfield.

The Cardinals were ranked No. 12 in the state by the Boston Globe heading into the week.

Sandwich Blue Knights JV topped Cardinal Spellman Cardinals 4-2.  The Knights found themselves down by one goal at half time, but came out strong in the second scoring four goals.  Molly McFarland started the scoring followed by Lexis Nelson putting one in and Olivia Hagarty scoring two.

Strong performances by Autumn Cotter, Erin Donaghey, Sarah Burke, Katie Hughes and Mari Currey.

Sandwich Blue Knight Freshman beat UCT in an astounding 8-0 shutout.  Hallie Tickell, Megan Carolan and Alex Buck earned the shutout. Kamryn Jones started off the game with a quick 1-0 lead. Lauren Anderson and Carolan each gave Sandwich 2 goals for the score to be 5-0. Shortly after half, Brittany Ecceston scored to make it 6-0.  Later, Katie Wojciechwski scored on a PK.  Lastly, Sara Mattson ends the game with an 8-0 win.  Caroline Condon, Katy Smith, Mary Houlihan, Ellie Mandy, Amanda Karch, Libby Sawyer, Kate Evans, JD Collentro and Alli Tuden all played great.

 Sandwich 6, D-Y 1: The Blue Knights dominated the Dolphins from the start and never let up as they won their Atlantic Coast League opener against their Cape opponent.

This was the home opener for Sandwich (2-1), but was played in South Yarmouth because the new Gerald DeConto Stadium field is currently being installed along with lights, stands and a press box.

Freshman Sarah McFarland scored the game's first two goals (eight and 10 minutes into the first half) and senior co-captain Caroline McKenna tallied the first of her two scores in the game at the 15-minute mark.

McKenna opened the second half scoring converting a corner kick from Becca Mandy 12 minutes into the second half. Lexi Nelson made it 5-0 before D-Y (1-3) got on the board on a score credited to Hannah Davies 25 minutes into the half. Davies, a defender, raced the length of the field to earn the tally.

Regular Sandwich goalie Maggie Lavangie played in the field after the first 15 minutes and the senior scored her first varsity goal at the 32-minute mark of the second half.

Backup goalie Helen Cowell played well for the winners, who next play Wednesday hosting Cardinal Spellman at the Oak Ridge School.

Sandwich 5, D-Y 0, The JV Blue Knights (2-1), played strong from the opening kick off.  Freshman Molly McFarland scored her second goal of the season when freshman Lauren Anderson set her up.  Only six minutes latter McFarland adder her third of the season.  Olivia Haggerty scored her first of the season five minutes later.  The Knights came out strong in the second half when freshman Sarah Burke adder her third goal of the season assisted by McFarland.  Kylie O'Gara ended the scoring with her first of the season.

The Knights had strong performances from Meghan Lansing, Autumn Cotter, Kate Evans, Amanda Karch,WoJo, Kara Burke, and Caitlynn Minton.

The Knights will host Cardinal Spellman, Wednesday at SHS.

By CAPE COD TIMES

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Norwell 2, Sandwich 1: The season opener for Sandwich had more of a tournament game feel to it as a back-and-forth finish went in favor of the Clippers in Norwell.

After falling behind late in the first half, Steph Briggs got the equalizer seven minutes into the second half, scoring on a lofting shot from 24 yards out.

Caroline McKenna and Sarah McFarland each had golden opportunities to put Sandwich ahead, but both attempts fell short.

With six minutes remaining, Jamie Rinne's shot from 26 yards out floated just out of reach of Maggie LaVangie for the game winning goal.

Hailey Whelan and Colleen McDonald stood out defensively for Sandwich (0-1). 

Norwell 4, Sandwich 1: The JV squad had a tough opening game vs the Clippers of Norwell.

Sandwichs lone goal came from Molly McFarland on a cross from Lexis Nelson Ten minutes into the game.

Mari Curry did a nice job in goal with Katie Hughes, Sarah Sutton, Courtney Ladner, and Autumn Cotter having strong games.

Varsity will play Cardinal Spellman at the Oak Ridge School at 4pm.  JV will play Cardinal Spellman at SHS beginning at 4pm and the Freshmen will be at Barnstable for a 4pm start.  Bus will depart at 3:00.

Mon Aug. 25th-Varsity Scrimmage 4pm@ Silver Lake HS-Bus leaves SHS @ 2pm.

Wed Aug. 27th- V & JV  10:30am @ Mashpee HS-Bus leaves SHS @ 9am

Sat Aug. 30th- Varsity Scrimmage 1:15 @ Woburn HS-Bus leaves SHS @ 10:15am

Tryouts will be at the Water District Fields Thursday Aug 21st, Friday Aug 22nd & Saturday Aug 23rd. Double Sessions each day 8-10am & 3-5pm. Bring water and a ball. Must wear shinguards and cleats (no metal). ALL Seniors should arrive at 7:15am to help set up the fields for tryouts!

The new date for the soccer banquet is Tue Dec 11^th from 7-9pm in the SHS Cafeteria

emails will be sent out asap asking for help. Please email Kim Hanson if you would like to

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