The Shore Conference Girls Flag Football tournament showcased intense matchups on Wednesday, May 13. Several teams battled for a place in the semifinals, with memorable performances impacting the scoreboard.
Quarterfinal Results
Middletown South vs. Pinelands
In a thrilling finish, Middletown South edged out Pinelands with a score of 7-6. Senior Kaleigh Kapler secured an 8-yard touchdown with just one minute remaining in the game. Adding to the excitement, senior quarterback Cam Czwakiel connected with senior wide receiver Ava Loucopoulos for a crucial 1-point conversion. This victory improved Middletown South’s record to 9-1, while Pinelands ended their season at 8-3.
Barnegat vs. Red Bank Catholic
Barnegat dominated Red Bank Catholic, defeating them 33-0 in a decisive quarterfinal matchup. This victory advanced Barnegat’s record to an impressive 10-0, solidifying their status as top seeds in the tournament.
Central vs. Holmdel
Central staged a spectacular comeback against Holmdel, winning 13-6. The Golden Eagles scored all their points in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Keely Gifford threw for 105 yards, including two touchdown passes. Gifford’s first pass was a 10-yarder to Olivia Delmonico, followed by a successful extra-point pass to Kaitlyn Massa for a 7-6 lead. Gifford then completed a 45-yard touchdown pass to Olivia Bowman. In response, Holmdel’s Julia Kern managed a touchdown with a 6-yard pass to Shayla Shah, but it was not enough to secure the win.
Next Steps
Middletown South will now await the outcome of the quarterfinal game between Trinity Hall and Rumson-Fair Haven. The winners will face off against Middletown South in the semifinals.
- Middletown South: 9-1 record
- Pinelands: 8-3 record
- Barnegat: 10-0 record
- Central: 8-2 record
- Holmdel: 8-2 record
For coaches and team representatives, please report your scores and official statistics to El-Balad for updates. Enjoy the remaining tournament action!
