The Cloquet-Carlton girls’ soccer team and the Hermantown boys’ team have both advanced to the Section 7AA finals after decisive victories in their semifinal matches. Fans are buzzing with excitement as these teams inch closer to the championship titles.
Cloquet-Carlton Girls Edge Out Duluth Denfeld
Starting off strong, the top-seeded Cloquet-Carlton girls faced off against fourth-seeded Duluth Denfeld.
- Key Moments:
- Sarah Turner set up Adeline Randall, but Denfeld’s goalkeeper Cayley Larsen made a crucial save.
- Cloquet-Carlton’s defense, led by Rylee Senich, halted Denfeld’s advances.
- Aubrey Pavlatos broke the deadlock with a swift run downfield, netting a goal that put the Lumberjacks ahead.
With a final score of 2-0, Cloquet-Carlton moves on to host Hermantown in the finals on October 15 at 4:30 PM.
Hermantown Girls Triumph Over Grand Rapids
In another thrilling semifinal, Hermantown girls’ soccer team secured a 2-1 victory against Grand Rapids.
The Hawks displayed determination throughout the match, setting the stage for an exciting final against Cloquet-Carlton. Both teams have shown exceptional skill this season, and the upcoming match promises to be a nail-biter.
Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Boys Defeat Duluth Denfeld
The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys’ team faced Duluth Denfeld in a heated semifinal battle.
They clinched a 2-1 win, thanks to standout performances:
- Noah Hansen’s aggressive play kept Denfeld’s defense on their toes.
- Goalkeeper Cannon Peak made several important saves for Denfeld.
- Jordan Sewell capitalized on an opportunity amid on-field confusion to score the decisive goal.
The Lumberjacks will now host Hermantown in the finals on October 15 at 7 PM.
Hermantown Boys Shut Out Grand Rapids
Hermantown boys’ soccer team earned a 2-0 victory over Grand Rapids to advance to the Section 7AA finals.
Key highlights include:
- Hunter Nelson’s Impact:
- Scored the first goal with a high ball that hit the crossbar and bounced in.
- Nearly scored a second, but Grand Rapids’ Evan Linnell made the save.
- Team Effort:
- Brennan Malmstrom assisted Owen Landrigan for the second goal, sealing the win.
The Hawks are set to face Cloquet-Esko-Carlton in what promises to be an intense matchup.
