Eight different players contribute to the scoring tally.
The team was excited for the first home game of the season and came out ready to play. Webb Bell Buckle played solid defense in the first quarter, shutting down our drives, and clogging the 8m arc. We only found the back of net once in the first quarter, but maintained the lead 1-0 going into the first break.
The second quarter was all USN. Lyla Ross '26 was dominate on the draw and gave us several fast break opportunities. Aria Little '27 found herself open in the middle of the 8m off the draw twice in the second quarter, slamming it home to extend our lead. Margaret McKay '25, Annie Cox '24, and Lyla all got goals in the second quarter as well. Kate Vaughn '24 finished her time in goal of the day with a shut out, including a save on an 8m shot.
In the second half, we made line-up adjustments and let Kate Vaughn out of her crease. She and Olivia Hess '24 dominated the draw in the second half, combining for seven draw controls.
Zelle Jones '25 was an asset on all ends of the field, getting six ground balls, four assists, and two draw controls. Her speed, athleticism, and game IQ was invaluable in the win.
Scoring was as follows: Margaret McKay '25: 3 goals, 1 assist Tate Barbieri '25: 1 goal, 1 assist Annie Cox '24: 3 goals Lexie Lampka '26: 1 goal, 1 assist Lyla Ross '26: 2 goals, 7 ground balls! Celeste Green '27: 1 goal Aria Little '27: 1 goals Kate Vaughn '24: 1 goal, 1 assist
After winning the state championship earlier this year, Margot Ross '24, Xavier Warren '24, Caroline Quinones '24, Benjamin Kampine '24, Bronson Schmidt '25, Erin Joyce '25, Ophelia Cherry-Pulay '25, and Henry Gatto '25, took home seventh place the national Mock Trial competition.
Convocation at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 in Durnan Auditorium will recognize Distinguished Alumnus Seth Feman and welcome the Class of 2024 into the PDS/USN Alumni Association.
The girls and boys Ultimate frisbee teams performed exceptionally and won state championships after a weekend of thrilling matches. The girls earned their third state title, and boys are back-to-back state champions.
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