New reports confirm that Yuna McCormack, a talented midfielder from Mill Valley, has propelled the Florida State Seminoles to the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against TCU on Friday. McCormack played an impressive 78 minutes, taking two shots on goal and displaying her skill as FSU advances to the final on Monday.
The Seminoles, boasting a record of 15-2-4, are now set to face the winner of the other semifinal match between Stanford and Duke. McCormack’s relentless effort on the field included critical saves from TCU’s goalkeeper, particularly in the 61st and 74th minutes, just after Wrianna Hudson scored the game-winning goal. This victory marks FSU’s fifth appearance in the national title game in the last eight years, showcasing their dominance in collegiate soccer.
In girls basketball, Terra Linda secured its first win of the season, defeating Head Royce 30-18 in the consolation bracket at the BCL Challenge hosted by San Domenico. Ryann Jefferys led the team with 11 points, setting the stage for a crucial matchup against crosstown rival San Rafael on Saturday.
In a thrilling finish at the LadyCat Classic, Marin Catholic triumphed over University, winning 59-56. The Wildcats secured their first victory of the season against a formidable opponent, despite facing a double-double from Anna Beischer of the Red Devils.
On the boys side, Tam emerged victorious in a nail-biting 57-54 overtime win against James Logan in the Russ Peterick Memorial Basketball Tournament. Cole Bester shone with a game-high 21 points, while Porthos Oliveira added 18 points to the Red-tailed Hawks’ effort.
Further action unfolded as Redwood defeated Gregori 59-52, powered by Richard Byrne, who scored 11 of his 14 points in the pivotal third quarter. Meanwhile, San Domenico faced a setback, losing 55-45 to St. Bernard’s, despite Ika Jokhadze‘s team-leading 12 points.
In girls soccer, San Domenico dominated St. Joe’s with a stunning 7-0 victory, featuring goals from six different players, including a milestone goal from Piper Papay. The Panthers look to continue their momentum as they prepare to face Terra Linda at 1 p.m. on Saturday.
On the boys soccer front, Novato settled for a 2-2 tie against St. Patrick-St. Vincent, with Dylan Jenkins scoring twice early in the match. The Hornets aim to improve their record in upcoming games.
Stay tuned for more updates as these teams chase glory this season!
