Here's a quick recap of some of the top sports stories making headlines today, from high school hockey to college basketball and rugby!
Barnes Shines in Elite 8 Hockey Matchup
Lydia Barnes, the star goalie for Methuen/Tewksbury's girls' hockey team, put on a show in their Elite 8 matchup against Malden Catholic. Barnes stopped an incredible 39 shots, helping her team overcome Malden Catholic's high-powered offense. Her performance was described as having "a touch of showmanship," showing that she not only has skill but also the confidence to dominate on the ice.
Bay Area High School Soccer Rankings
The Bay Area News Group released its latest high school boys' soccer rankings, and Bellarmine is sitting at the top! The team earned the top spot after advancing to the NorCal semifinals. De La Salle also had a strong showing, moving on to the second day of competition. It's shaping up to be an exciting season for high school soccer in the Bay Area.
Big 12 Power Rankings: BYU and Houston Lead the Way
In college basketball, the Big 12 power rankings are generating buzz. BYU secured a double-overtime victory against Iowa State and hasn't lost since early February, placing them high in the rankings. Houston is also a top contender. Meanwhile, Arizona is focused on securing a favorable seed in the upcoming NCAA tournament. The race for the top spot is heating up!
St. Francis Rugby Reaches New Heights
St. Francis High School's rugby program is celebrating a major achievement. Led by running back Kingston Keanaaina, a BYU commit, St. Francis defeated No. 1 De La Salle to advance to the state championship game! Keanaaina scored two tries in the match, demonstrating his incredible talent and helping his team reach new levels of success.
"This is a huge moment for our program," said the coach. "The players have worked so hard, and we're excited to compete for the state title."
That's a wrap on today's sports highlights. Stay tuned for more updates!