Thursday, May 6, 2010

Total Team Effort By Girls Lacrosse Falls Just Short Against Bishop Sullivan

In their most intensely battled contest of the season, Cape Henry fell to top seed Bishop Sullivan yesterday, 14-12, in the TCIS semifinals. The Dolphins set the pace, both offensively and defensively, from the first whistle to the last and did not let up once. The Crusaders got on the board early, up by two, but the Dolphins attack answered back with patient and effective play. It was a one goal game for most of the first half with the Dolphins ahead 6-4 until a free position by the Crusaders with :01 remaining in the half cut the Dolphins lead to one. At the start of the second half, Bishop Sullivan immediately tied the score off the draw, but Cape Henry continued to battle. The score was within one goal until the Crusaders were able to convert four straight goals to gain momentum and the biggest lead of the game. Unfazed, the Dolphins stayed in the game, playing exceptionally tenacious defense and working for good offensive opportunities, but fell just short when the final whistle blew. Outstanding play was registered by every Cape Henry player, especially on the defensive end where a Bishop Sullivan player did not get to hold the ball for longer than three seconds before being aggressively double-teamed. Anchoring the defense was again goalie Meghan McKnelly, who posted nine saves on the day, and she was backed by phenomenal play from defenders Alexis Smith, Payton Schaubach and Maddie Houck. Offensively it was a total team effort, with goals tallied by Megan Bradley (one), Regan Haegley (five), Ashmore Standing (three), Alison Riccio (one) and Jordan Mahone (one). The Dolphins now wait to hear their final seeding for next week’s VIS tournament and will likely host a quarterfinal game on Tuesday (4:30pm).
Strong 4th Quarter Spurs Boys Lacrosse to Comeback Victory Over NSA

The Dolphins traveled to Nansemond-Suffolk yesterday to take on the #2 ranked Saints in the TCIS semifinals, and despite a 5-goal fourth quarter deficit Cape Henry scored six unanswered goals to earn an 11-10 victory. John Everett's play in the final quarter was key to the Dolphins victory. Everett won all five face offs taken, giving Cape Henry a major victory in time of possession. From there the Dolphins showcased patience on offense and slowly chipped away at the lead until senior Phil White scored the game-winning goal with 2:19 remaining in the game. The defensive effort of Will Overman (11 saves), Weston Bradley, John Jepson, Neet Patel, William Jordan and Steven Sims clamped down on the Saints offense in the final quarter, giving the Dolphins offense the chance to earn the comeback. Colin Corcoran led Cape Henry with three goals and two assists. John Everett (two goals), Mike Maroon (one goal, four assists), Phil White (one goal, one assist), Austin Curran (one goal), Corey Mavromatis (one goal, one assist) and Garrett Kelly (one goal) rounded out the offense. The #3 ranked Dolphins will travel to Norfolk Academy on Friday to take on the #1 ranked Bulldogs in the TCIS Finals.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Recent Girls Lacrosse Highlights

Girls Lacrosse vs Horseheads (NY)




Girls Lacrosse vs STAB

Monday, May 3, 2010

Golf Team Finishes Regular Season With Victory Over Bulldogs; Ranked #1 Team in the State

The varsity golf team completed their TCIS season Friday defeating rival Norfolk Academy 307-319. The win improved the Dolphins to 10-1 overall, and it completes conference play with a 7-1 record. The match was the final one at home for seniors Cecil Ward, Max Wagner, Chris Greene, and Coles Keeter who went out in style. Wagner and Keeter took home co-medalist honors with rounds of 74 each to pace the team to victory. Kayleigh Reed continued her stellar play posting a 76, her ninth sub 80 round of the season. The seniors have compiled a 24-2 record overall and 14-2 TCIS record over the past two seasons and leave Cape Henry never losing at the Princess Anne, riding a 14 match win streak. The team currently sits a top the Division 1 State Poll as they gear up for the TCIS tournament. First the Dolphins travel to Richmond Tuesday where they face Trinity Episcopal, Atlantic Shores, and Steward School at Salisbury Country Club at 3:00.
Girls Lacrosse Falls to Bulldogs on Senior Day

Cape Henry hosted rival Norfolk Academy on Friday in a matchup that would determine the final seeding of this week’s TCIS tournament and fell by a score of 18-10. Behind a brand new defensive scheme, the Dolphins produced numerous turnovers but were unable to convert the possessions on the offensive end of the field. Defensive stars on the day were Maddie Houck and Payton Schaubach, while the offense was handled by Ashmore Standing (four goals, two assists), Regan Heagley (three goals) and Laney Clarke (three goals). Cape Henry heads into tournament play this week with a quarterfinal matchup at home tomorrow against Nansemond-Suffolk Academy (4pm).
Bulldogs Too Much for Boys Lacrosse Team in Regular Season Finale

The Dolphins traveled to Norfolk Academy on Friday for their final regular season game and fell 15-7. Will Overman led the charge for Cape Henry, saving 18 shots in his best attempt to keep the Dolphins in the contest. John Everett (one assist) battled on face offs, winning 11 out of 24 draws against one of the best players in the state. Mike Maroon dished out two assists and showcased maximum effort in every single phase of the game. Colin Corcoran led the offense with three goals while Phil White (two goals), Austin Curran (one goal, one assist), Garrett Deming (one goal) and Peter Pearson (one assist) rounded out the scoring. The Dolphins finish the regular season 6-9 overall (4-2 TCIS), and they earned the #3 seed in the TCIS tournament. They will host 6th seed Norfolk Collegiate on Tuesday afternoon.