May 27, 2025

Bowling Green Girls’ Lacrosse Clinches First Regional Title

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The Bowling Green girls’ lacrosse team achieved a historic milestone by winning their first KHSAA Region 1 title with a 12-6 victory over South Warren. This win not only capped an undefeated season at 11-0 but also secured Bowling Green a home game in the state tournament’s opening round. Key players like Katie Blair White and Sarah Boyd showcased their skills, contributing significantly to the team’s success. The match highlighted Bowling Green’s development and competitiveness, setting high expectations for their upcoming playoff challenges.

Bowling Green — The Bowling Green girls’ lacrosse team celebrated a historic victory on Monday, May 1, by defeating South Warren 12-6 to clinch their first-ever KHSAA Region 1 title. The championship match took place at Bowling Green Junior High School, marking a significant milestone for the team, which finished their season with an impressive undefeated record of 11-0.

This win secures Bowling Green a home game in the opening round of the upcoming state tournament, positioning them as a strong contender in the playoffs. With this championship, Bowling Green not only achieved regional success but also elevated their standing in the lacrosse community, illustrating their development as a competitive team.

The game began energetically as Bowling Green’s Piper Morton scored the opening goal within the first minute, giving the home team an early edge. However, the momentum quickly shifted when South Warren’s Jordynn Brooks netted two goals shortly thereafter, allowing South Warren to take a 2-1 lead. The back-and-forth nature of the match continued when Bowling Green’s Katie Blair White scored, equalizing the game at 2-2.

South Warren then regained their lead thanks to Lauren Hamilton, who scored with an assist from Honette Irakiza, pushing the score to 3-2. The dynamic play heightened as South Warren extended their lead to 5-2 with two early goals from Carly Scarborough in the second quarter. Recognizing the urgency, Bowling Green’s coach, Lisa Correa, called a timeout to discuss necessary defensive adjustments.

Bolstered by Correa’s guidance, Bowling Green responded fiercely, with successive goals from White and Sarah Boyd, narrowing the score to 5-4. The momentum shifted once again when White managed to tie the game at 5-5 with only 1.7 seconds left before halftime, showcasing the resilience and determination of the Bowling Green team.

In the second half, Bowling Green maintained their intensity, scoring four goals in the final three minutes of the third quarter. White capped off the quarter with another goal just seconds before the whistle blew, solidifying the team’s lead at 12-6. White proved to be a standout player, finishing the match with five goals while Boyd contributed an impressive four goals to the team’s total. Scarborough led the charge for South Warren, scoring three goals, but ultimately, it was not enough to overcome Bowling Green’s resurgence.

The outcome left South Warren’s coach Dionna Bartos feeling disappointed about her team’s inability to maintain their lead in the second half. Nevertheless, she recognized her players’ potential as they move forward into the playoffs.

Both teams have qualified for the state tournament, with South Warren set to compete against Mercy Academy, while Bowling Green will host DuPont Manual—a matchup expected to test the skills and strategies of both teams. Coach Correa expressed confidence about facing DuPont Manual and acknowledged the experience and talent of their senior players as a significant factor in the upcoming game.

This groundbreaking victory and the accompanying recognition position the Bowling Green girls’ lacrosse team as a prominent force heading into the state tournament. Their dedication and performance throughout the season have set high expectations for what is to come as they continue to strive for excellence in the sport.

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