UPDATE: In a thrilling finish, Tam High School has secured its first-ever MCAL field hockey championship, edging out Redwood High School 2-1 in a nail-biting shootout on October 31, 2025, in Mill Valley, California. The game remained scoreless through regulation and overtime, leading to a high-stakes shootout that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The match began with intense energy as both teams battled fiercely for the title. Despite Tam’s earlier victories over Redwood this season, the Giants, the defending champions, came ready to fight. Redwood dominated the field, outshooting Tam 11-2 during regulation, but couldn’t find the back of the net, thanks to Tam’s standout goalkeeper, Sierra Duncan, who made crucial saves throughout the game.
As the game progressed without a score, it moved into two tense overtime periods, where both teams continued their relentless pursuit of victory. Duncan’s aggressive defense proved critical, stopping powerful shots from Redwood’s top players, including Moni Hewlette and Lucy Jeffers.
In the shootout, Tam’s Josie Stout opened the scoring, putting pressure on Redwood’s goalkeeper, Meredith Levine. Despite a brief setback when Hewlette equalized, Tam’s Veronica Ray clinched the victory with a decisive goal, sending her teammates into a frenzy of celebration.
Duncan, reflecting on her performance, stated, “I was ready for anything. I knew the names of each of the girls in the shootout, and I was determined to stop them.” Her four saves in the shootout were pivotal, sealing Tam’s historic win as they celebrated their first MCAL championship.
“This win means everything to us,” Ray shared, echoing the sentiments of her teammates. “We worked hard for this moment, and it’s incredible to finally bring home the title.”
Redwood’s players, although heartbroken, displayed commendable sportsmanship. Jeffers acknowledged the competitiveness of both teams, stating, “Despite the loss, we’re a team that deserved to win. But Tam deserves the win, too. They played an awesome game.”
With this victory, Tam not only makes history but also sets the stage for a bright future in field hockey. Fans and players alike are already looking ahead to next season, eager to build on this monumental achievement. As the celebration continues, the impact of this win will resonate throughout the school and community for years to come.
Stay tuned for more updates on the aftermath of this thrilling championship match and the future of both teams as they prepare for upcoming challenges.
