High schools Thursday: Marshwood girls soccer cools off Kennebunk

High School Sports Roundup – Thursday, September 26

Maine’s high‑school fields, courts, and rinks were buzzing with action on Thursday, as a wide array of teams battled for bragging rights across the state. From a razor‑thin win for Marshwood in South Berwick to a dominant field‑hockey performance by Cheverus in Gorham, the day offered plenty of highlights for fans and alumni alike.

Girls’ Soccer

Marshwood 2, Kennebunk 1 (South Berwick) – Brooklyn Smith gave Marshwood the edge, scoring both goals in a 2‑1 victory that snapped Kennebunk’s seven‑game unbeaten streak. Kennebunk’s lone goal came from Ava McCourt. The win moves Marshwood to an overall 3‑5‑1 record.

Westbrook 7, Biddeford 2 (Biddeford) – Westbrook’s Ava Bolden stole the show, netting five goals and adding a sixth‑assist. Colbi Gannett and Leianna Nguyen also found the back of the net, while Hattie Clark supplied two assists that helped the Blue Blazes finish 5‑4 on the season.

Yarmouth 6, Traip Academy 0 (Kittery) – The Clippers rolled past the Rangers with six different scorers. Lilah Pernal, Fiona John, Rory Tompkins, Alaina Edwards, Isabel Morse, and Eloise Thompson each tallied a goal. Chloe Parker, Kennedy Hamilton, Reese Butler, and Giselle Jabar delivered the assists that kept the scoreline open.

Freeport 5, Fryeburg Academy 1 (Fryeburg) – Five Freeport players each added a point (Joanie Sacks, Braylyn Coons, Emily Kelsh, Ella Tracy, Lexi Ritcheson) while a late corner‑kick goal prevented a shutout for Fryeburg.

Scarborough 4, Noble 0 (Scarborough) – The Red Storm, unbeaten at 7‑0‑1, shut out the Knights. Molly Igneri and Maggie Booth each scored and assisted another goal, while Scarlett Floyd and Josie Duncan added the remaining two.

Cape Elizabeth 3, Poland 0 (Cape Elizabeth) – Cape Elizabeth’s Pippi Hooper netted a brace, with Haisel McGeachey opening the score early. Addie Miller provided the second‑half assist. Poland’s goalies combined for eight saves, seven by Payton Blake and one by Adalyn Martin.

Lincoln Academy 2, Gray‑New Gloucester 1 (Gray) – In overtime, Ysabelle Bhe and Rowan Coffin secured the Eagles’ 7‑1 victory. Gray‑New Gloucester’s Ainsley Harris added a goal, and Natalie Hanna stopped five shots for the Patriots.

Boys’ Soccer

Lincoln Academy 3, Gray‑New Gloucester 1 (Newcastle) – Peter Norian opened the scoring with a 25‑yard volley, and then netted again after a second‑half pass from James Hanley. Vito Gazzi added a goal for Gray‑New Gloucester.

Pine Tree Academy 5, Vinalhaven/North Haven 0 (Freeport) – Eight‑grader Sam Cornish scored twice. Rhett Tyson, Fitzroy Hakizimana, and Lucky Kabeya added a goal each, while Collin Verrill contributed two assists.

Field Hockey

Biddeford 3, Bonny Eagle 1 (Standish) – The Tigers, ranked third in the Varsity Maine Top 10, won 3‑1. Rachel Lagasse, Aubrey Forcier, and Addie Barrs each scored, while Ella Karlis added a point for the Scots. Abigail Mercier made 22 saves for Bonny Eagle.

Cheverus 5, Gorham 0 (Gorham) – The Stags, the unanimous No. 1 team, extended their 27‑game winning streak to 64 games over the past four seasons. Avery Tinker, Jaylee Radford, Mary McCartney, Brooke Brunelle, and Shelby Clark each found the net. Bronwyn Roberts recorded a shutout with five saves.

Marshwood 4, Deering/Portland 0 (Portland) – Hazel Stout scored a hat‑trick to lead the Hawks. Emmalynn Piattoni added a goal and an assist. Makayle Coy kept the Deering/Portland co‑op scoreless.

Sanford/Kennebunk 6, Falmouth 2 (Falmouth) – Sanford/Kennebunk exploded in the second half, scoring four straight goals. Lauren Hansen, Zoey McCann, Reese Beaudoin, Ella Tederous, and Hailey Payeur all added points. Miranda Payer and Tederous assisted, while Ani Bush and Siobhan Nielsen helped Falmouth.

Volleyball

Deering 3, Westbrook 0 (Westbrook) – Blake Gayle racked up eight kills as the Rams won in straight sets, 25‑22, 25‑14, 25‑13.

Yarmouth 3, Camden Hills 0 (Yarmouth) – Sutton Yi led with 17 assists, while Agnes Bolese and Evie Keepes recorded aces. Stella Holden and Milly Van Wagenen added kills, and Emileigh Baston provided assists for Yarmouth.

Falmouth 3, Marshwood 2 (Waterboro) – Olive Clark delivered 23 kills and 14 digs, helping the Navigators win in five sets. Megan Gilbert added 24 assists and three kills, and Embury Williams had nine kills and seven blocks. Ophelia Klausmeyer led Marshwood with 19 kills.

The day’s results kept many teams’ season records intact while providing a few surprising turns. Whether it was Bolden’s five‑goal spree, Cheverus’s undefeated streak, or Marshwood’s narrow win over Kennebunk, the athletes showcased the competitive spirit that makes Maine high‑school sports so engaging. The coverage was proudly supported by Maine State Credit Union.