The Bishop Seabury girls' soccer team etched a landmark moment in school history this week, securing a spot in the state quarterfinals for the first time ever.
A defensive masterpiece fuels the run
Freshman forward Presley Peterson struck early, netting the solitary goal in the second minute and giving the Bishops a lead they would protect for the remainder of the match.
Coach Ivo Ivanov, who has guided both the boys and girls programs for two decades, described the victory as an emotional culmination of years of work, praising the composure of his largely underclassmen squad.
The defensive unit, anchored by junior goalkeeper Audrey Searl, repelled a flurry of Baldwin attacks, with Macy Ankenbauer — normally a midfielder — sliding into center‑back to blunt the opposition’s momentum.
The team’s resilience was on full display as they held the Bulldogs at bay for 78 minutes, a testament to disciplined positioning and relentless communication on the back line.
Looking ahead, the Bishops will learn their quarterfinal opponent and venue on Monday, but Coach Ivanov already knows the focus must shift to refining strategy, tightening transitions, and sharpening on‑field dialogue.