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Monaghan, O’Donnell shine as Pats girls soccer team blanks Wellesley, 4-0

A much-anticipated heavyweight battle ultimately proved no contest in the first game of the fourth annual Krauss Cup.

CCHS goalkeeper Aubrey Monaghan thwarted multiple Wellesley scoring efforts for the shutout. Photo by Janel Apuna
CCHS goalkeeper Aubrey Monaghan thwarted multiple Wellesley scoring efforts for the shutout. Photo by Janel Apuna
The Patriots’ Emmy O’Donnell winds up. O’Donnell scored twice to lead the CCHS offense. Photo by Janel Apuna
The Patriots’ Emmy O’Donnell winds up. O’Donnell scored twice to lead the CCHS offense. Photo by Janel Apuna

A much-anticipated heavyweight battle ultimately proved no contest, as the Acton-Carlisle girls soccer team scored four second-half goals to overwhelm Wellesley 4-0 on September 19 in the first game of the fourth annual Krauss Cup.

Fiona Forte celebrates her goal in the Patriots’ 4-0 win over Wellesley on September 19. Photo by Janel Apuna
Fiona Forte celebrates her goal in the Patriots’ 4-0 win over Wellesley on September 19. Photo by Janel Apuna
  • Team record: Overall 6-0; Dual County League 3-0
  • Big day: Goalkeeper Aubrey Monaghan consistently frustrated the Raiders, stopping several shots to ensure a shutout, including a diving, highlight reel save on a header in the second half.
  • Game changer: After a tight first half, midfielder Emmy O’Donnell broke the game open early in the second half with two goals, including a stunning free kick from well outside the box.
  • Unsung heroes: Audrey Adkins and Fiona Fonte tallied goals to put the game out of reach.
  • Up next: The Pats were to host Boston Latin on September 22. 
Catherine Kilmartin is laser-focused as she battles a Wellesley opponent. Photo by Janel Apuna
Catherine Kilmartin is laser-focused as she battles a Wellesley opponent. Photo by Janel Apuna

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