St. Scholastica junior Carlie Perrin's free kick in the 38th minute secured a 1-0 victory for the Doves over Mount Carmel in a Division I semifinals match. The win propels SSA to the state championship match against 11th-seeded Byrd on Feb. 24. Perrin's goal, combined with the team's strong overall performance, has positioned SSA with a nine-match unbeaten streak heading into the title game.

By the Numbers
  • St. Scholastica's record: 20-2-5
  • Mount Carmel's record: 16-6-6
  • SSA outscored opponents 16-0 in the postseason
Yes, But

Mount Carmel's coach cited inconsistency as a key factor in the loss, emphasizing the team's struggle to play complete games throughout the season.

State of Play
  • SSA to face Byrd in the Division I state championship match on Feb. 24
  • SSA holds a nine-match unbeaten streak going into the title game
  • Mount Carmel struggled to overcome a slow start and inconsistent performance throughout the season
What's Next

SSA will compete against Byrd in the Division I state championship match on Feb. 24.

Bottom Line

St. Scholastica's victory, highlighted by Carlie Perrin's crucial free kick, has propelled the team into the Division I state championship match, marking a culmination of the team's impressive nine-match unbeaten streak and robust postseason performance.