West Chester Henderson secured a decisive victory over Avon Grove in a boys’ golf rematch on Monday, winning by a score of 182-195 at the West Chester Country Club. This follows Henderson’s narrow one-stroke win earlier this month against the same team. The Warriors showcased their strength with all five of their top scores coming in at 37 or better. Leading the charge was Charlie Ball, who achieved an impressive even-par 35, while teammate Charlie Isler contributed a 36.
The Red Devils’ top performer, Gus Stoltzfus, recorded a 37, but it was not enough to overcome the Warriors’ strong performance.
In another match, Unionville continued its winning streak, defeating Great Valley 167-196 to improve to 9-0 in the Ches-Mont American division. Senior Cole Donnelly stood out as the medalist, delivering an exceptional 5-under-par 30.
Girls’ Golf and Other Sports Highlights
In girls’ golf, Downingtown East triumphed over Owen J Roberts with a score of 185-193. Led by Rebecca Santoso, who shot a 44, the Cougars secured the win at Arrowhead Golf Club. Ella Kikichi also played a crucial role, contributing a 45 to the team’s success. For Owen J Roberts, both Claire McAllister and Lucy Heffner recorded 47s.
In field hockey, West Chester Rustin achieved a commanding victory against Sun Valley, ending the match at 6-0. Emily Smith stood out with two goals, supported by contributions from Mayson Woodbridge, Maddie Russel, Hailey Smith, and Riley Dean.
The volleyball team from Downingtown East also had a strong showing, sweeping West Chester East 3-0, with set scores of 26-24, 25-11, 25-21. Key players included Casey Miller, who recorded 11 kills and five digs, alongside Sara Fatscher and Katie McPeak.
Coaching Changes in College Lacrosse
In college sports news, Immaculata University has announced the promotion of Kent Snoddy to head coach of the men’s lacrosse team. In addition to his coaching duties, Snoddy will also serve as the facility coordinator for Draper Walsh Stadium and Alumnae Hall, marking a new chapter for the program.
This week’s sports events highlighted the competitive spirit and talent across multiple disciplines, showcasing both individual and team achievements in the region.