Heuvelton teams win final NAC soccer games of season

Heuvelton Central's girls and boys soccer teams concluded an exhilarating NAC soccer season with victories on Friday. The girls' team secured a 1-0 win against Morristown in a fierce, grind-it-out contest, while the boys' team dominated Colton-Pierrepont with a 3-0 shutout. Additionally, Canton defeated Brushton-Moira 1-0 in another girls game.

For the Lady Bulldogs, Nikayla Lemieux scored the lone goal of the match. She converted a breakaway assist from Blaire Reynolds in the first half. Ava Blackburn made an impressive second shutout in two days by stopping five shots. The Morristown team's Scarlett Ritchie recorded 15 saves and worked alongside her defense to remain composed amid Heuvelton's aggressive play.

Heuvelton's Coach Denise Curry commended her team's performance, stating they played well and controlled the game, aiming to replicate their effort in the upcoming sectionals.

In the boys' game, Heuvelton took an early 2-0 lead. Coach Bruce Durant noted that both teams approached the match like a friendly, foreseeing a potential rematch if the teams advance. Dylan Ashlaw was a dominant force offensively, scoring two goals, while Cory Ethridge added a goal and an assist. Quint Brothers goalkeeper Quint Brothers saved six shots, contributing to the shutout.