Rams Win Round 1

April 29, 2026

Cate 12 ML King 8

The Cate girls varsity lacrosse team had a strong showing at home today against ML King.  The seniors led the charge on the field and played their best lacrosse of the season. The game began with Claire Bianchi scoring off an offensive run. By the end of the first quarter, Cate secured a 2 goal lead that continued throughout the game.  The seniors were simply on fire all day. Starting in the back, Maia Holmes and Lorelei Roof were in sync with their team defense, slides and forced turnovers. Then midfielders, Claire Bianchi, Lauren Hubbs and Carmen Lack, carried the game from the defensive end through the transition and onto attack. In the third quarter, Claire changed the tempo of the game when she recovered a ground ball on the defensive 8m and ran it down the field to score. And then on attack, Harper Halbardier, Jasper Shelmerdine, and Sofi Ridgeway were strong on the attack with necessary composure under stress. This was by far the smartest this team has played. The energy and communication were simply fantastic. I am hopeful that we can continue to make a strong run in the Div III playoffs on Thursday, vs Great Oak in Temecula. Go Rams!!

Statistics:

Lauren Hubbs: 2 goals

Maia Holmes: 4 goals 1 assist

Claire Bianchi:  2 goals 2 assist

Carmen Lack: 2 goals

Posie Hexner: 1 goal

Sofi Ridgeway: 1 goal

Fiona Pan: 1 assist

Chelsea Newlove: 9 saves

Score by quarter: 3-1, 6-4, 9-7, 12-8

Draws: 11/20