Daily Recap: Monday, November 5th

After a week of heartbreak and a slew of damages across the East Coast, school was back in session at Pascack Valley. Not only were students back after a week off, but there were two state tournament games for Boys and Girls Soccer. Lets see how each team did.

Boys Soccer:

Northern Highlands 2, Pascack Valley 0

As the 12th seed in the state soccer tournament, this talented Indians squad was looking to make a Cinderella run at a state title.

Unfortunately for Pascack Valley, the shoe never fit and they fell to 5th seeded Northern Highlands 2-0 on Monday afternoon.

The game was even for much of the first half until Northern Highlands took a 1-0 lead with about 8 minutes left in the half. Late in the second half, Highlands added another, sealing the win and advancing them to the second round.

Although the defense gave up two goals, they played a solid game overall. The problem for the Indians was their offense. They could never get in rhythm and rarely put pressure on the Northern Highlands goalie.

Now being out of contention for both the state and county titles, Pascack Valley still has one piece of unfinished business.

They will play their last game against Bergenfield for the league title.

By defeating Bergenfield, Pascack Valley will complete a very successful season and put a banner on the wall that will be remembered forever.

Record: 9-5-1

Next Game: Against Bergenfield (TBD)

Girls Soccer:

Pascack Valley 4, Paramus 3

Never Walk Alone.

That has been the motto for the Pascack Valley Girls Soccer team since the beginning and has motivated them through what has been a very successful season.

However, Pascack Valley is certainly not done yet. On Monday afternoon, the 9th seeded Indians began their quest at a state title with a 4-3 victory over Paramus.

Goals were scored by Juniors Shannon Evans and Amelia Della Pesca, and Seniors Dara Liebeskind and Kelsey Witt.

The road only stiffens for the Indians, who will have to play top seeded Northern Highlands in the second round. (That game will most likely be played Thursday at 2 PM at Northern Highlands)

This might be asking a lot of Pascack Valley, but with the faith that these girls have in each other, anything is possible.

Record: 11-5-2

Next Game: Thursday, November 8th at 2 PM against Northern Highlands (Away)