Montgomery Athletics Launch Fall Season with Intensity and Heart
Nicholas Mistretta
MHS ’79 Cougar Sports Correspondent
Montgomery Girls Soccer Dominates Franklin in Season Opener, 10-0
Radley’s Four Goals Lead Cougars in Offensive Showcase
Montgomery, NJ – The Montgomery Cougars girls soccer team opened their season in commanding fashion, overwhelming Franklin with a decisive 10-0 victory at home.
From the opening whistle, Montgomery’s offense clicked on all cylinders, building a 7-0 lead in the first half before adding three more goals in the second. The Cougars spread the scoring across the roster, with standout performances from both veterans and emerging players.
Junior Emma Radley led the attack with four goals and two assists, tallying an impressive 10 points on the day. Senior Emma Seamon added two goals and two assists, while Amelia Montas contributed a goal and a team-high three assists, showcasing Montgomery’s depth and ball movement.
Additional scoring came from Skylar Huss, Alex Kasimatis, and Quinn Donahue, each finding the net once. Assists were also credited to Sophia Anderson (2) and Mila Vazquez (1), bringing the Cougars’ total to 10 assists on 10 goals—an indicator of the unselfish and team-oriented play that defined the win.
Montgomery’s defense was equally dominant, holding Franklin without a shot on goal. The Cougars’ goalkeepers were untested, recording no saves on the afternoon.
The victory sets an early tone for Montgomery (1-0), a team that looks poised to make noise this season with its combination of offensive firepower and defensive discipline.
Mount St. Mary Edges Montgomery in Defensive Battle, 1-0
Cougars Show Grit Despite Late-Game Setback
In a tightly contested season opener, the Montgomery High School field hockey team fell 1-0 to Mount St. Mary on the road, despite dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities.
The game remained scoreless through three quarters, as both teams showcased strong defensive play. It wasn’t until the fourth quarter that Mount St. Mary’s Courtney Carew found the back of the net, assisted by Brigid Kane, securing the game-winning goal.
Montgomery outshot the Mountaineers 16-6, including five attempts from penalty corners, but was unable to capitalize. Phoebe Rounds made five saves in goal to keep the Cougars within striking distance, while Kelly Naughton recorded 12 saves for Mount St. Mary.
Cami Kelly contributed with a defensive stop for Montgomery, helping to limit the Mountaineers’ chances throughout the match. Despite the loss, the Cougars’ aggressive offensive approach and relentless pressure indicated a team ready to bounce back in upcoming games.
Montgomery will look to regroup as they continue their early-season schedule, aiming to turn opportunities into goals and secure a strong start to the season.
Montgomery Boys Soccer Falls to Ridge in Overtime Heartbreaker, 2-1
The Montgomery Cougars boys soccer team pushed Ridge to the brink in their season opener but came up short in overtime, falling 2-1 in a hard-fought road battle.
Montgomery struck first in the opening half when Sid Goyal capitalized on a setup from Dylan Heines, giving the Cougars a 1-0 lead. The defense, anchored by strong goalkeeping from Alex Acot, held Ridge scoreless through the break.
Ridge responded in the second half, equalizing behind a goal from Dylan Rocha, assisted by Soumil Nimse, sending the game into extra time. In the decisive overtime period, Rocha struck again, this time off a feed from Daniel Seng, to lift Ridge to victory.
Despite the loss, Montgomery showed resilience and composure throughout. The Cougars generated eight shots on goal, testing Ridge goalkeeper Oliver Perks, who finished with seven saves. On the other end, Acot turned away eight shots to keep Montgomery in contention until the final moments.
With the 2-1 overtime defeat, Montgomery (0-1) leaves Ridge with plenty to build on, particularly in its defensive effort and balanced attack. The Cougars will look to regroup quickly as they continue their early-season schedule.
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