Here's a quick look at some of the latest sports headlines, from high school hockey to professional football and the Women's Super League.
High School Hockey Thriller
No. 10 Hudson pulled off a stunning comeback in the Div. 4 state quarterfinal against No. 2 Hanover. Down by two goals in the second period, Timmy O'Malley's hat trick, capped off with an empty-net goal, fueled a 5-2 victory. This win sends Hudson to the state semifinals for the first time since 2012. It was a night of unforgettable high school hockey!
Burglaries and Footballers
In less fortunate news, the wife of ex-West Ham player Nicky Maynard was understandably distraught after burglars raided their home in Nantwich, Cheshire. The family had been out celebrating their son's 12th birthday when the incident occurred. Upon returning, they discovered her dressing room completely ransacked. It's a deeply upsetting experience for any family.
"It's just devastating to come home to something like that," she reportedly said, visibly shaken.
West Ham Transfer News
On the transfer front, West Ham are reportedly targeting England midfielder Angel Gomes, currently playing for Lille. Gomes is set to become a free agent at the end of the season. West Ham's head coach, Graham Potter, has identified midfield as an area needing improvement and sees Gomes as a perfect fit. Teammate Jonathan David is also on Potter’s radar. This could be a significant move for West Ham as they look to bolster their squad.
WSL Roundup: Chelsea Extend Lead
In the Women's Super League (WSL), Chelsea continued their impressive form with a 3-1 victory over Leicester. This win extends their lead at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Manchester City, managed by Gareth Taylor, suffered a setback, drawing 1-1 with West Ham after conceding a late equalizer from Manuela Paví. Khadija Shaw scored the opener for City, but Paví's late goal snatched a point for West Ham. The draw leaves City 12 points behind Chelsea.
It's clear that "Manic March" is taking its toll on WSL teams as the schedule becomes increasingly demanding. Expect more surprises as the season progresses!