Aberdeen’s Annie Troeh and Maddi Gore each scored a goal en route to a key 2-1 victory over WF West on Tuesday at Stewart Field in Aberdeen.
The Bobacats (7-2 overall, 5-2 2A Evergreen) swept the season series over WF West with two goals in the second half after falling behind 1-0 in the 36th minute.
After halftime, Aberdeen began to win more 50/50 balls and played a better possession game.
In the 44th minute, a shot by senior striker Maddi Gore rang off the post, but senior forward Annie Troeh was there to put the rebound into the net to tie the game at 1-1.
Aberdeen struck again right away when Troeh sent a cross into Gore who slotted it past the goal line for a 2-1 lead.
The Bobcats were able to control most of the possessions for the rest of the game, spending ample time in the Bearcats defensive end to clinch the victory and sole possession of second place in the 2A Evergreen Conference.
“We had moments of outstanding play, but too many times we were off on our first touch, put too much pace on a pass or missed an easy clear on defense,” said Aberdeen head coach Larry Fleming, who cited the play of Troeh, Gore and midfielder Marina Marll. “If we can limit our unforced errors we are really going to be tough to beat.”
Aberdeen sits a half-game ahead of WF West and Black Hills for the league’s No. 2 spot.
The Bobcats will host Black Hills at 7 p.m. on Thursday at Stewart Field.
Aberdeen’s JV team lost 6-0 on Tuesday.
Montesano 10, Hoquiam 0
Second-ranked Montesano dispatched Hoquiam 10-0 on Tuesday at Olympic Stadium in Hoquiam.
The Bulldogs (10-1, 5-0 1A Evergreen) were led by junior striker Mikayla Stanfield, who had three goals and an assist in the game.
Senior forward Lilly Causey added two goals for Monte while Adda Potts, Belle Estrada, Bethanie Henderson, Elizabeth York and Sam Roundtree scored a goal apiece for the Bulldogs.
Montesano outshot Hoquiam (1-6-2, 0-4) 29-0 in the game.
Monte will host Tenino at 7 p.m. Thursday.
Hoquiam will face Elma at 7 p.m. Thursday in Elma.
Elma 1, Shelton 0
Elma’s defense preserved a one-goal lead in a 1-0 victory over Shelton on Tuesday at Shelton High School.
The Eagles (10-2, 3-1) got on the board just before halftime when a recycled corner kick was sent back in by junior midfielder Macy Adams.
Eagles senior midfielder Grace Spencer got a head on the ball for the game’s only goal in the 40th minute.
Elma’s defense and midfield controlled the ball and held Shelton to a minute amount of offensive opportunities.
“Offensively, we created some good scoring chances but our final touch just let us down a little tonight,” Elma head coach Evan Valentine said, adding Shelton packed in its defenders in hopes of slowing down Elma’s high-flying offense. “But we got the win and the shutout and I’m proud of the team.”
Elma hosts Hoquiam on Thursday at 7 p.m.
PREP VOLLEYBALL
Raymond 3, Ilwaco 0
Raymond won in straight sets over Ilwaco on Tuesday in Raymond.
The Seagulls (10-2, 8-0 2B Pacific) won 25-10, 25-13 and 25-15.
Raymond was led by Karsyn Freeman (17 kills), Kyndal Koski (21 digs) and Megan Kongbouakhay (25 assists).
The Seagulls served at a 98% clip and had a passing efficiency of 70%.
“All the momentum we couldn’t find last night set up camp on our side of the net tonight,” Raymond head coach Julie Jewell said. “I was glad to see how we rebounded from a tough loss last night.”
Raymond’s JV team won 23-25, 25-20 and 15-8.
The Seagulls wore purple jerseys during the game to honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Raymond will take on Chief Leschi at 7 p.m. Thursday in Puyallup.
Elma 3, Shelton 1
The Elma Eagles defeated Shelton 13-25, 25-12, 25-22 and 25-21 on Tuesday in Elma.
Elma (6-5, 2-2 1A Evergreen) was led by Callie Galligan (8 kills), Brooklyne Swarts (5 aces) and Taylor Staples (4 aces).
“We didn’t start with a lot of energy in the first set but I am proud of how they turned it around,” Elma head coach Kendra Dunn said. “Callie Galligan did a great job at the net tonight and as a team we played scrappy and with a lot of energy.”
Elma hosts Hoquiam at 7 p.m. on Thursday.
Ocosta 3, Chief Leschi 0
Ocosta beat Chief Leschi in straight sets on Tuesday in Westport.
The Wildcats (6-6, 5-3 2B Pacific) won 25-11, 25-12 and 25-11.
Jolissa Schlegel (14 kills), Maddie Cuzdey (10 digs), Brynn Rasmus (18 assists, 24 service points) and Noel Cuzdey (6 kills) led Ocosta.
“We had to shuffle the lineup tonight to fill some gaps of missing players,” Ocosta head coach Erin Snider said. “I think my team adapted very well with some playing new roles for the first time.”
Ocosta plays at North Beach High School at 7 p.m. on Thursday.
Forks 3, South Bend 0
South Bend lost to Forks 25-22, 25-7 and 25-19 on Tuesday in South Bend.
South Bend (3-7, 3-6 2B Pacific) was led by senior libero Makaylee Kuiken (11 digs) and sophomore middle blocker Emily Howell (3 kills, 3 blocks).
South Bend head coach Kelsey Staats recognized the play of junior Sophia Markwell and freshman Ava Pine “for positively contributing to the team in moments when we were struggling.”
South Bend hosts Ocosta at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
Willapa Valley 3, Pe Ell 0
Willapa Valley defeated Pe Ell 25-12, 25-21 and 25-13 on Tuesday in Menlo.
The Vikings (7-4, 4-3 1B Columbia Valley) had 16 aces and 22 kills as a team.
Lauryn McGough (7 aces, 10 kills), Grace Huber (7 kills) and Lauren Matlock (9 assists) and Sam Sheary (8 assists) led Willapa Valley.
The Vikings JV team won 25-22, 25-20 and 15-13 on Tuesday.
Willapa Valley hosts Firm Foundation at 5 p.m. on Thursday.
