The Clash of Champions: New York State Champions Face Off

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On Wednesday, April 22, the 2025 reigning New York State Champions faced off. Penfield (Class A State Champion) and Victor (Class B State Champion) took the field to battle in a very highly anticipated matchup. Both teams have countless committed players; this was sure to be a game everyone would watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Both teams came out strong, with Penfield leading 6-5 at halftime. But it was the 4th-quarter stretch when Penfield scored 2 goals to Victor's 0, ending the game with Penfield winning 9-6. Here are some players who had standout performances.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["71352"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69eaaa2c63f19"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='71352' first='Karis' last='Hand'] was clearly prepared for this match-up. You can see her make anticipated movements based on which player was getting ready to shoot because she knew where they liked to place the ball. Karis was vocal with her defense, making sure they always knew what was happening on and off-ball. She finished the game with 9 saves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["47669"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69eaaa2c640fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='47669' first='Meaghan' last='O'Brien'] is a true team-oriented player. Meaghan's constant vision for her teammates shined in this game. The Penfield defense would constantly hedge out to her early, knowing what a shooting threat she is. She is such a deceptive player that she would look like she's driving to cage and get a feed off on a dime to her teammate to convert, all within 1 second. She finished with 4 assists on the night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["72837"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a15d46fef5af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Syracuse commit started the game being face-guarded. She used her IQ to use the faceguard to benefit the team off-ball, but when she got the ball, she didn't force a shot just to take it. She was calculated in her decision-making, which was why she was able to contribute 2 assists. Her goal was a behind-the-back with 2 seconds left on the shot clock, marking her 200th career goal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["72838"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a15d46fef5f0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='72838' first='Reegan' last='Sercu'] was the spark and energy. The Youngstown State commit acted as a quarterback by directing, pushing, and motivating the Penfield offense. She stayed composed, regardless of the situation. She finished with 2 goals and 1 assist, but her quality of play was what stood out the most to all who watched.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["72839"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a15d46fef617"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Yale commit buried 3 goals to help keep Victor in the game. Her chemistry with [player_tooltip player_id='47669' first='Meaghan' last='O'Brien'] was evident that night. As soon as Kubrich passed to O'Brien, she'd use her speed to catch a step on the defender for that quick connection and finish. Kubrich's athleticism continued to shine as she also tallied 6 draw controls and 2 caused turnovers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->