Semifinal Clash Set for Saturday
The Capital City Lady Cavaliers enter the Class 3 Final Four as the underdog, holding the No. 25 spot while their opponents, the St. Michael the Archangel Guardians, sit at No. 4. Both teams have navigated a similar schedule, but St. Michael’s record against common adversaries appears markedly stronger.
What sets Capital City apart is a defense that has been virtually impenetrable this postseason, allowing just two goals across all matches. That resilience provides a solid foundation as the team looks to upset the higher‑seeded Guardians.
Offensively, the Lady Cavaliers have leaned heavily on two standout attackers. Mary Webb and Carter Nelson have combined for 13 of the team’s 15 postseason goals, turning their scoring touch into a decisive weapon.
St. Michael’s attack is anchored by Loreali Landa, who tops the squad with 17 goals this season. Her presence forces the Cavaliers to devise strategies that can neutralize her impact while exploiting the gaps left by a defense that has been unusually tight.
The semifinal match will be played today, with the championship game scheduled for Saturday at 1:30 p.m. The outcome will hinge on whether the Cavaliers can maintain their defensive discipline and capitalize on the scoring prowess of Webb and Nelson.