Burrell defeats Bedford girls in 2A soccer rematch from 2025
BEDFORD, Pa. – It didn’t take long for the Burrell Buccaneers to seize momentum in Wednesday’s PIAA Class 2A first-round girls soccer match at Bedford High School. The District 7 runner-up housed a trio of goals in the first half, with its first coming in the 11th minute. As Burrell followed with four more goals throughout the evening, the Bedford Bisons couldn’t solve the back of the ...
In a close PIAA Class 2A girls soccer match, Burrell Buccaneers defeated Bedford Bisons with a score of 5-0, eliminating the District 5-8 champions from the tournament. The Buccaneers, who had beaten Bedford 2-1 in a quarterfinal during the 2025 season, displayed strong form throughout the game. Burrell scored their first goal in the 11th minute through Makiah Buchak, followed by McKenna Miller, Katie Harris, Kendall Coury, and Allie McMahon, setting a commanding 3-0 lead at halftime.
Despite Bedford's efforts, they couldn't break through Burrell's defense, which was bolstered by a solid back four of seniors Eva Wilson, Parker Moore, and Leila Kariotis, and sophomore Peyton Coury. Bedford coach Jeff Thomas acknowledged his team's struggles to find their rhythm, stating that despite making lineup changes, Burrell's cohesive backline proved too tough to overcome.
Burrell coach Frank Nesko expressed the team's determination, saying they entered the match with a "something to prove." While acknowledging the departure of veteran seniors, Thomas praised their contribution to the team's success. The Buccaneers will face Cathedral Prep in the quarterfinals.
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