D-II Field Hockey

No. 6 Merrimack Valley 4, No. 11 Lebanon 0

Key players: MV – Kaiya Mercier (2 goals, assist), Abbey Thompson (goal), Izzy Tucker (goal), Alyssa Brodeur (2 assists), Lauren Bailey (midfield), Zetta St. Onge (defense)

Highlights: MV opened up the scoring five minutes into the second quarter of Tuesday’s preliminary round game when Thompson connected on a shot off a penalty corner. Just over two minutes later, MV went up 2-0 when Brodeur fed Mercier the ball across the circle. The Pride tallied two more goals in the fourth when Mercier got an open look at the stroke line and slipped it in the corner, and then Brodeur fed Tucker who got deflection past the Raider goalie to secure MV’s spot in the Division II quarterfinals. MV held the advantage in penalty corners, 16-1. Lebanon’s goalie had 15 saves. The Pride will play against No. 3 John Stark on Friday night at New England College.

Coach’s quote: “I am very pleased with how the girls played today, both mentally and physically. We played a high-tempo game with quick decision making and execution in our attack circle. We will continue to play hard as we move forward in the tournament.” – MV’s Jen Colgan

Records: MV 11-5-1; Lebanon 5-10-2

No. 7 Hanover 1, No. 10 Pembroke 0

Key players: Pembroke – Annika Jawidzik (23 saves)

Highlights: Hanover scored the only goal of the game in the first quarter when a shot deflected in off a Pembroke defender. The Bears were relentless in their pressure throughout the game, but the Spartans were able to keep off the board for the final three quarters. Hanover had 29 corners, including 14 in the third quarter, but the Spartans were able to limit quality chances. Pembroke just missed a corner attempt in the fourth corner that would’ve forced overtime and the Spartans’ season ended in the preliminary round.

Coach's quote: “It was a great effort. Annika was outstanding in net and the team defense in front of her was amazing. Couldn’t be prouder of the whole group.” – Pembroke’s Steve Langevin

Records: Hanover 10-6-1; Pembroke 5-10-2

Girls’ Soccer

Coe-Brown 6, Plymouth 2

Key players: Coe-Brown – Jaelyn Demers (3 goals, assist), Ellie Escabi (2 goals, assist), Cam Buchanan (goal), Bella Lapierre (2 assists), Maggie Escabi (assist), Amanda Thomas (defense)

Highlights: Ellie Escabi and Demers connected in the seventh minute and Maggie Escabi assisted on Ellie Escabi’s first goal to put Coe-Brown up 2-0. Demers completed her hat-trick in the second half, while Buchanan scored her first varsity goal. Lapierre did a good job setting up teammates for scoring opportunities.

Coach's quote: “October has been difficult for us so getting a quality win on the road and getting a wide range of contributions was key. Looking forward to a strong finale with a tough Pembroke squad on Friday.” – Coe-Brown’s Josh Hils

Records: Coe-Brown 10-3-2; Plymouth 1-13-1

John Stark 2, Oyster River 2

Key players: John Stark – Madi Lamothe (2 goals), Brenna Crean (assist), Lexi Boudreau (9 saves)

Coach’s quote: “Today was about celebrating our five wonderful seniors. All five of them have GPAs above 3.25, are members of organizations such as Best Buddies and the National Honor Society, and all five are very good at soccer. We appreciate them tremendously.” – John Stark’s Eddie Marceau

Records: John Stark 10-2-3; Oyster River 8-4-3

Boys’ Soccer

Coe-Brown 1, Plymouth 0

Key players: Coe-Brown – Steve Phillips (goalie, shutout), Bruce LaPierre (goal), Tommy Maskwa (assist)

Highlights: Maskwa tucked in a through pass to LaPierre who slotted home the game winner with under five minutes to go.

Coach’s quote: “We are proud of our seniors for their performance in their last home game tonight. There was a medical scare in tonight’s game that made us all grateful for the privilege we have to be able to play and compete. Another reminder of what’s really important.” – Coe-Brown’s Christian Gompert

Records: Coe-Brown 7-6-2; Plymouth 3-10-2