Concord 2, Hanover 0
Key players: Concord – Dawson Fancher (goal), Cam McGonigle (goal), Colin Nelson (assist), Brooks Craigue (assist), Will Pegnam (15 saves)
Highlights: Dawson Fancher scored the game-winning goal 8:01 into the first period off an assist from Nelson and McGonigle scored on an empty net with seven seconds left in the game.
Coach’s quote: “Our guys played hard and dug deep. We lost two key guys early in the game, but everyone stepped up. Cam McGonigle and Donovan Hayes had great games. Team defense was outstanding.” – Concord’s Dunc Walsh
Records: Concord 4-0; Hanover 2-1
John Stark-Hopkinton-HD 5, Kennett 1
Key players: JSHHD – Ethan Molnar (2 goals), Logan Pike (2 assists), Bobby Arnold (goal), Avery Condon (goal), Lucas Gagnon (goal), Gavin Nestler (assist), Paulo Vasquez (18 saves)
Highlights: JSHHD took a three-goal lead in the first period with goals from Condon, Molnar and Arnold. The Eagles came out strong in the second and scored their only goal at the end of the period, but Gagnon and Molnar scored in the third period to extend the General Hawks’ lead.
Coach’s quote: “We came out moving our feet tonight and jumped to a quick lead. We struggled in the second period, but found our legs again in the third, keeping the pressure in the offensive zone and limiting Kennett to only one shot in the third.” – JSHHD’s Denis Kolehmainen
Records: JSHHD 3-1; Kennett 1-2
Concord 56, Trinity 23
Key players: Concord – Aidah Smalley (15 points), Delaney Duford (12 points), Maddie Kelley (10 points), Olivia Crawford (point guard)
Highlights: The Tide’s defensive pressure and ball movement led to easy scoring opportunities, allowing Concord to take a 16-4 lead after the first quarter and 27-8 at halftime. The Pioneers only made two field goals in the second half, but had 32 attempts at the free throw line. Despite the Tide’s foul trouble, the players still managed to get defensive stops and score enough points to extended the lead.
Coach’s quote: “It was great for our girls to get a win without two of our senior leaders. Both teams were missing some key players, but I was proud of our girls to be able to play hard, play together and take advantage of the opportunity to see what next year’s group could look like. It was a great growing moment for us. While it may not have been the cleanest of games, a win is a win, and we overcame a lot tonight. We also want to thank Concord TV for streaming our games. We are beyond grateful for that.” – Concord’s Tim LaTorra
Records: Concord 4-2; Trinity 2-4
Merrimack Valley 68, Laconia 55
Key players: MV – Alyssa Woodman (17 points), Macy Gordon (22 points), Mackenzie McDonald (15 points)
Highlights: The Pride led consistently against a strong Sachem squad – 19-14 after the first quarter, 39-31 at halftime and 57-51 heading into the fourth.
Coach’s quote: “Proud of the way we played tonight. We are getting better everyday and to beat a very good Laconia team at home was huge for our overall confidence. It’s early in the season and we still have to improve, both offensively and defensively. Our mindset is ‘one game at a time’ so we will prepare for Pelham tomorrow and try to get a tough road win on Friday.” – MV’s Bob McNutt
Records: MV 6-1; Laconia 7-2
Kennett 62, Coe-Brown 24
Key players: Coe-Brown – Kalina Kasprzak (9 points), Megan Adams (5 points)
Highlights: The Bears played a solid first half and trailed just 25-20 at halftime, but Kennett came out and played lockdown defense and excuted on offense in the second.
Coach’s quote: “Got to put complete games together.” – Coe-Brown’s Joe Vachon
Records: Kennett 3-5; Coe-Brown 3-3
Hopkinton 45, Mascoma 34
Key players: Hopkinton – Elise Miner (10 points), Maddie Carmichael (9 points), Sierra Stone (8 points, rebounds), Lizz Holmes (6 points, rebounds)
Highlights: The Hawks went on an 8-0 run to end the third quarter and establish control of a hard-fought win over the Royals. Miner, Hannah Pecce and Gina Simpkins all scored during that key run.
Coach’s quote: “A tough, hard-fought win against a scrappy Mascoma team. Tough to play back-to-back (nights), but I was pleased with the effort from everyone tonight.” – Hopkinton’s Pat Roye
Records: Hopkinton 4-1; Mascoma 2-4
Trinity 60, Concord 40
Key players: Concord – Tyler Clark-Toy (15 points, defense), Shaddi Fleurant (9 points, defense, energy)
Highlights: The Tide held Trinity to just six points in the fourth quarter.
Coach’s quote: “We did not match Trinity’s energy and intensity tonight. We actually defended their top two scorers well and according to the game plan. However, other guys for them stepped up and we did not stay disciplined enough on the offensive end.” – Concord’s Jim Thorpe
Records: Trinity 7-0; Concord 2-7
Coe-Brown 55, Kennett 50
Key players: Coe-Brown – Brady Kouchoukos (18 points), Tommy Flanagan (5 rebounds), Jack Lano (11 point, 3 assists)
Coach’s quote: “Another defensive gem.” – Coe-Brown’s David Smith
Records: Coe-Brown 3-3; Kennett 4-4