Thursday's Fox Valley roundup
Cary-Grove 2, Huntley 1: The Trojans (8-6, 3-2) played aggressively and came away with a huge Fox Valley (Valley Division) upset victory Thursday over the Red Raiders (14-3, 4-1) at home. Korey Kronforst and Brittany Kroening led the Trojans' attack as they each recorded 1 goal and 1 assist. Rachel Chapuis record the Red Raiders lone goal off an assist from Bre Burry. Paige Lincicum turned away 6 shots on goal for the Trojans while Sara Hoffman and Kaytlyn Owens combined for 6 saves for the Red Raiders.
Elgin Academy 3, Indian Creek 0: Lauren Steimle recorded a hat trick as she scored all 3 goals for the Hilltoppers (10-4-1) as they defeated Indian Creek at home. Bianca Swegler earned the shutout as she turned away 4 shots on goal.
Westminster Christian 3, Christian Life 1: The Warriors (5-2-4), who played their whole match with 10 players, pulled out a victory over Christian Life on the road. Sara Rodgers, Rachel Doby, and Rachel Graziano each recorded a goal for the Warriors.
Crystal Lake South 3, Jacobs 2: The Gators (8-5-1, 3-1) raced out to a 3-0 lead before the Golden Eagles' (6-6-1, 1-3) second half comeback fell just short as they were defeated in Fox Valley (Valley Division) action. Karli Schumaker, Ashley Ross, and Christina Szocka all recorded goals for the Gators while Catie Sherman recorded a goal for the Golden Eagles. Elizabeth Quinn and Beth McGinn combined for 2 saves in goal for the Gators.
Bartlett 6, Larkin 1: The Hawks (9-5, 3-3) scored 2 goals within the first 10 minutes of the game and never looked back as they cruised to an easy victory over the Royals in Upstate Eight Conference action. Nicole Gobbo recorded a hat trick to pace the Hawks offensively while Nicki Noreen, Lisa Palmer, and Amanda Zindel each scored a goal in the win.
McHenry 3, Dundee-Crown 0: The Chargers (4-6-3) were unable to find the back of the net as they were shut out in Fox Valley (Valley Division) play by visiting McHenry. Deanna Libricz recorded 3 saves in goal for the Chargers.
Rosary 2, St. Edward 0: The Green Wave played well against a strong Suburban Christian Conference opponent in Rosary. Paige Gannon played well in goal as she turned away 12 shots on goal for the Green Wave.