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Early lead holds up as CCHS field hockey edges Lexington

After roaring to a 4-0 lead by the half, the Patriots held on for a 4-3 victory on October 9.

By David Clancy ·

Acton-Carlisle co-captain Ally Couto backhands the first goal against Lexington on October 9. Photo by David Clancy
Acton-Carlisle co-captain Ally Couto backhands the first goal against Lexington on October 9. Photos by David Clancy

The Acton-Carlisle field hockey team roared to a big first-half lead, then held on for a 4-3 victory over Lexington on October 9.

  • Team record: Overall 6-2-2; Dual County League 2-2-1
  • Big game: Co-captain Ally Couto opened the scoring, beating the Lexington goaltender with a deft backhander. Couto scored the second goal as well, then Bridget Fivek (on a Julia Reynolds assist) and Abby Ruhmann made it a seemingly safe 4-0 going into halftime. 
  • Game changer: With 10 long minutes left, Lexington had narrowed the margin to a single goal, but CCHS held on with a stubborn and scrappy effort. Goaltenders Lexie Ramirez and Emma Flynn (in the fourth quarter) fended off the onslaught. 
  • Unsung hero: With seconds to go, Skyla Rigazio intercepted a powerful forward pass, squelching Lexington’s last offensive foray. 
  • Up next: The Patriots were to travel to Westford Academy on October 13. 
Skyla Rigazio beats the goalie to the corner of the net in the Patriots’ win over Newton South on October 7.
Skyla Rigazio beats the goalie to the corner of the net in the Patriots’ win over Newton South on October 7.

CCHS 7, Newton South 0

The Patriots overwhelmed the Lions with a decisive win on October 7. 

Charlotte Jackson advances into Newton South territory on October 7.
Charlotte Jackson advances into Newton South territory on October 7.
  • Big game: Goalie Ramirez and the defensive line locked in their third shutout in four games. Ruhmann, Rigazio, and Fivek scored two goals each, and Couto added another. 
  • Game changer: The Patriots’ heavy pressure early resulted in multiple corners, which the offense smoothly and efficiently converted to goals.
  • Unsung heroes: Maia Bitterman, Phoebe Solar, and Hannah Cohen shone at midfield and defense.
Maia Bitterman manages the midfield against Newton South on October 7.
Maia Bitterman manages the midfield against Newton South on October 7.

CCHS 3, Waltham 3

With four players sidelined, and down by two goals at halftime to the high-flying Hawks, the Patriots made a gritty comeback to salvage a tie on October 5. 

CCHS’ Caroline Connolly confronts a trio of Waltham Hawks on October 5.
CCHS’ Caroline Connolly confronts a trio of Waltham Hawks on October 5.
  • Big game: Lizzy Sproule scored first to keep the game within reach, then Ruhmann scored twice in the second half — first off a corner insert from Ceci Clancy, then on a penalty stroke with 0 seconds on the clock. 
  • Turning point: Waltham dominated ball possession and field position in the first half, but the Patriots flipped the script with a surge of physical and mental strength after the break. 
  • Unsung heroes: Stepping up on a challenging night were Grace Holsinger, Charlotte Jackson, Caroline Connolly, and Ellie Bridgman.

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