UPDATE: In a stunning upset, ninth-seeded Point Pleasant Beach defeated top-seeded Metuchen 3-0 in the quarterfinals of the Central Group 1 tournament, a result that has sent shockwaves through the New Jersey high school soccer scene. The match took place earlier today, November 8, 2025, in Metuchen.
Led by standout performances from Baileigh Johnson, Sophia Fogler, and Katie Kirchner, Point Beach advances to the semifinals, where they will face fifth-seeded Brearley on Wednesday, November 12. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Garnet Gulls, who have now improved their record to 9-11 this season.
The quarterfinal clash was a rematch of last year’s sectional final, which Point Beach also won, 2-1. Despite struggling in the first half and entering the break scoreless, Johnson broke the deadlock with a crucial second-half goal. Following her lead, Fogler secured an insurance goal, while Kirchner capped off the win with a third goal. Goalkeeper Alex Kuzloski was pivotal in this victory, making 10 saves and earning a well-deserved clean sheet. Meanwhile, Metuchen’s Samantha Powers recorded eight saves but could not prevent the loss.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Point Pleasant Beach as they prepare for their upcoming semifinal match. This unexpected victory not only showcases the team’s resilience and skill but also ignites excitement among their supporters, setting the stage for a thrilling continuation of the tournament.
The girls’ soccer community is buzzing with this latest development, as the Garnet Gulls aim to carry this momentum into the semifinals. Fans are encouraged to rally behind the team as they chase their championship dreams.