High schools Thursday: York girls soccer rallies, beats Wells in OT
York High Pulls Off Dramatic Comeback to Beat Wells 4‑3 in Class B South Girls Soccer
In a high‑scoring match Thursday night in Wells, York High School’s girls soccer team rallied from a 2‑goal deficit to defeat Wells High School 4‑3, with a dramatic overtime goal from Ella Mello sealing the victory. The game was played at Wells’ home field, with both teams competing in the Class B South conference.
York trailed 2‑0 at halftime. Wells opened the scoring with a goal by Sofie Rosen, who later netted a second early in the second half. The Blue‑Red led 2‑1 until Rosen’s late‑regulation penalty kick tied the match at 2‑2 with 1:20 remaining in regulation, sending the game into overtime. In the first minute of extra time, Sommer Morrison delivered a long through ball to Ella Mello, who slotted the ball past Wells’ goalie to put York ahead 3‑2. Mello, who finished the game with two goals and an assist, capped the comeback with a third goal in the third minute of overtime. Mackenzie Hosford also contributed a goal for York, converting a corner kick set up by Mello. Wells had a single goal by sophomore Oakley Frey in the second quarter, but that was not enough to overcome York’s late surge. The win brings York’s record to 12‑3, while Wells falls to 7‑7.
Other notable games that evening included a 4‑1 victory for Poland over Oak Hill. Poland’s Addi Gravel opened the scoring, and the team added three second‑half goals. Oak Hill’s Tayen Smith scored to make it 2‑1, but Poland’s Payton Rose and Julia Paradis continued the attack for a final tally of four. In Yarmouth, the Clippers defeated Lake Region 7‑1; Vivienne Corriveau netted five goals, while Delia Rich added two more. Wells edged Sacopee Valley 1‑0, with Oakley Frey scoring the only goal. On the boys’ side, Marshwood upset Cheverus 1‑0; Kyler deWildt scored eight minutes into the second half, assisted by Drake Anderson. Jack Eardley of Marshwood made six saves.
The series of matches showcased strong defensive performances, with Wells’ goalie making three saves and Marshwood’s keeper making six. The games highlighted the competitive spirit of Maine’s high‑school soccer scene and set the stage for the rest of the season.
