GVS battles Rivers to 1-1 draw
GVS hit the road for the second time this week to face Class B powerhouse Rivers School. As anticipated, it was a high-paced, well-fought game with Andover getting on the scoreboard first just minutes into play. Tri-captain Emma Robinson '23 struck a great free kick that teammate Jazzy Cormier finished inside the box.
The back line of Kate McCool, Kelly Bu, Ava Davey, Emily Decker, Myranda Lu and Lily Keim continue to show great composure under River's fast, high pressure offense while goalkeeper AJ Alicea was spectacular with a number of saves that kept the game in the favor of the Big Blue.
First-year Sarah Powers came off the bench to add a spark including a dangerous cross through the six-yard box that got away from Andover front-runners. With eleven minutes left to play, Rivers finished on a scramble in front of the net to knot the game. Player of the Game went to captain Emma Robinson '23 for her always strong play in the midfield and her leadership guiding a young and talented Andover team.
On another beautiful fall day, it was great to see so many family members lining the sidelines - including grandparents traveling from Vermont! We were also grateful for Hayden Fischer's mom who traveled from Chicago and provided a blanket-full of treats and drinks for all at game's end.
We are excited for our home-opener on Wednesday at Smoyer v. Middlesex School!