The playoffs showcased thrilling matches across girls’ soccer and volleyball on November 1, 2023, with standout performances leading teams to decisive victories. In the Class 4A Southern Region semifinals, Doral Academy secured a commanding 5-0 win over Tech, thanks to an impressive display from Sienna Turco, who netted two goals and provided an assist. This victory solidified Doral Academy’s status as the top seed from the Mountain League, bringing their record to 18 wins, 1 loss, and 2 draws.
In the same match, Dasha Rosas contributed significantly with a goal and two assists, while goalkeeper Kenadie Mashore kept Tech at bay, recording six saves for the shutout. Doral Academy will face Palo Verde in the region championship, following Palo Verde’s own victory over Green Valley, which ended with a score of 3-1. Caitlynn Nick and Olivia Gastwirth each scored a goal and provided an assist for Palo Verde, ensuring their advancement to the final.
Class 5A and 3A Semifinal Highlights
The Class 5A state girls soccer quarterfinals featured several close contests. At Centennial High School, the Bulldogs defeated Bishop Gorman with a score of 2-0. Evelyn Contreras and Kara Argier each found the net, helping Centennial improve their record to 9 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw. They are set to compete against Coronado at Valley High School on November 5 at 16:00.
In another quarterfinal, Shadow Ridge edged Arbor View 3-2, with goalkeeper Keira Torres making an impressive 12 saves. This narrow victory allows Shadow Ridge to progress to a semifinal match against Faith Lutheran, also scheduled for November 5 at 18:00.
In the Class 3A Southern League semifinals, Equipo Academy secured a 2-1 victory over Boulder City, thanks to their resilient performance. The Yeti now prepare for the title game at Virgin Valley on Saturday. Meanwhile, Virgin Valley triumphed over Moapa Valley with a thrilling 2-1 overtime finish, courtesy of a decisive free-kick goal by Denise Silveyra.
Volleyball Upsets and Advancements
The Class 3A Southern Region girls volleyball semifinals delivered unexpected results as well. Moapa Valley, the fourth seed, rallied back after dropping the first set to defeat top-seeded Virgin Valley 3-1. The Pirates’ final score of 20-25, 27-25, 25-21, 25-14 sends them into the region title game against The Meadows.
The Meadows, the second seed, continued their strong performance by defeating Boulder City in straight sets, securing their place in the championship match. Both volleyball championship matches are poised to take place on November 5, promising more action and excitement in the ongoing playoff series.
The recent matches highlight the competitive spirit of high school sports, showcasing talented young athletes dedicated to their teams and schools. As the playoffs continue, fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming championship games.
