The Harbor Springs girls soccer team captured a dramatic 2‑1 victory over Kalamazoo Christian in the Division 4 state semifinals, a win that propelled them into the championship game for the first time since 2001.
With just two seconds remaining on the clock, Stefi Reskevics struck the decisive goal, sending the bench into a frenzy and sealing a triumph that highlighted the squad's resilience.
Coach Aaron Riley praised his team's performance and resilience, emphasizing the collective effort that made the win possible and expressing pride in representing northern Michigan at the state level.
A Historic Run
The Rams have already claimed their first regional title since 2003, and their advancement marks the first state final appearance for the program in more than two decades.
Championship Showdown
Harbor Springs will now face Royal Oak Shrine in the Division 4 state championship at Michigan State University’s DeMartin Soccer Stadium in East Lansing. Royal Oak Shrine, which captured the D4 title in 2022 and also won in 2019, will provide a stern test for the Rams.
Freshman Maeve Riley opened the scoring for Harbor Springs earlier in the match, while Lilly Barnadyn, Lillian McShannock and Drew Kochanny contributed key performances throughout the game.
The excitement in the small town of Harbor Springs is palpable, as residents rally behind a team that has turned a modest program into a state‑contending force.