Mount Saint Joseph Academy (MSJA) edged out Plymouth Whitemarsh 3‑1 in a tightly contested field hockey game on Tuesday, snapping a 0‑0 deadlock that had persisted for the first 28 minutes.
The opening goal came from Raegen Welsh, who capitalized on a deflection of Caitlin Paul’s shot, putting MSJA ahead 1‑0 before the half‑time break.
Match Highlights
In the third quarter, Tess Hankins extended the lead with a second goal, followed shortly by Julia McGlynn’s strike that pushed the advantage to 3‑0, effectively sealing the outcome.
Plymouth Whitemarsh fought back in the fourth quarter, converting a penalty corner to reduce the margin, but Kathryn Pedicino’s nine saves, including four in the final period, preserved the lead.
Both programs are gearing up for crucial league fixtures; Plymouth Whitemarsh, the defending Suburban One League Liberty Division champion, will look to protect its title, while MSJA prepares to face rival Gwynedd Mercy Academy in a Catholic Academies rivalry on Friday.