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Boston Globe
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
The culmination for Concord-Carlisle girls' lacrosse: history, and a Division 1 title to cherish
The Patriots' 8-6 victory over Westford Academy on Thursday at Babson College was the culmination of a steady climb toward high school lacrosse supremacy. For players like Denver-bound senior Karleigh Mutch, who elected to stay and play for their hometown, it was a milestone that felt like destiny. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up 'This is literally what I've dreamed of since stepping foot at Concord-Carlisle High School,' Mutch said. 'It's everything I could have imagined and more. I said to my coach, this is literally why I played here. This is why I went to public school.' Advertisement Sophomore Lindsay Cain paced the No. 1 Patriots (23-2) with three goals, and Mutch and sophomore Scarlett Mirak added two apiece. Alissa Bono anchored a strong defensive effort, and freshman goalie Mamie Kosicki fared admirably in the spotlight. 'It's amazing,' said Concord-Carlisle coach Erin Cash. 'It's better than the vision. It's better because I get to see all these guys and hear all these guys, that it's meant so much to them throughout the years.' Advertisement Ohio State-bound standout senior Kassidy Carmichael led the No. 6 Ghosts (19-4) with three goals, and sophomore Mia Cullen tallied two. The teams were tied, 4-4, at halftime, then Concord-Carlisle built a 7-5 edge through three. Westford, fresh off thrilling comebacks against No. 3 Lincoln-Sudbury and No. 2 Wellesley, cut it to 8-6 on a Cullen goal with 1:47 left. 'This team has heart,' said Westford coach Julie Olivier. 'I couldn't be more proud of them. I said this experience will serve you well in life. It's a game right now. You'll remember this in life.' It felt like maybe, for a fleeting second, another comeback could be on the horizon. But Concord-Carlisle forced a critical turnover and Mutch ran out the clock, chucking the ball in the air. For a program that continued to inch closer and closer year by year, this was the final step. 'This is just such a magical moment,' Bono said. 'It feels so great to win it, especially as a senior. I'm so proud of our team.' Westford's Kassidy Carmichael (19) and Concord-Carlisle's Karleigh Mutch (22) chase a loose ball in the championship game. Barry Chin/Globe Staff With unbridled joy and tears, Concord-Carlisle celebrated its banner night. Barry Chin/Globe Staff Concord-Carlisle's Karleigh Mutch (22) carried the state championship trophy to the faithful. Barry Chin/Globe Staff A proud Westford coach Julie Olivier (right) told her players, "this experience will serve you well in life. It's a game right now. You'll remember this in life.' Barry Chin/Globe Staff Trevor Hass can be reached at
Boston Globe
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
For the first time in 35 years, Concord-Carlisle girls' lacrosse will play for a Division 1 girls' lacrosse title
Concord-Carslisle's Karleigh Mutch was pumped after scoring one of her four goals. Winslow Townson for The Boston Globe Denver-bound senior Karleigh Mutch added four goals and Teagan Morrissey netted two for the top-seeded Patriots (22-2), who are one win from the first state title in team history. It happened to be Mirak's night, but the beauty of the Concord-Carlisle roster is that it can be anyone in a given game. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Related : Advertisement Junior Madelyn Callahan paced the No. 4 Lions (18-5) with two goals, and Merrimack-bound senior Jill Martin was sharp, but the Patriots simply had too much firepower. 'There's no ego anywhere on this team,' said Concord-Carlisle coach Erin Cash. 'They all just want to be successful. They want each other to be successful. They want the program to be successful. They're willing to do whatever they need to do in order for that to happen.' Concord-Carslisle defenders Lindsay Cain (10), Scarlett Mirak (6), and Karleigh Mutch (22) knock the ball away from Chelmsford's Jill Martin. Winslow Townson for The Boston Globe The Patriots won each of the first two quarters by a 5-2 score, taking a commanding 10-4 edge into the break. Concord-Carlisle, which has won 14 straight, leaned on a heavy dose of Mirak and Mutch. Related : Advertisement Mirak got just about wherever she wanted, consistently slithering past the Lions and delivering in one fluid swoop. Morrissey and Alissa Bono orchestrated a strong defensive effort for the Patriots, who played the game on their terms. 'They don't ever let up,' Cash said. 'They don't let up on the field. They don't let up at practice. They always want to know they can get better. They're really good at taking feedback.' Related : It was another successful year for the Lions, who advanced to their first semifinal since 2021 before running into a buzzsaw. 'Nobody expected us to get here,' said Chelmsford coach Ashley Rokas. 'Making it to the Final Four is phenomenal for our program.' Concord-Carslisle's Scarlett Mirak (right) was fired up after scoring one of her game-high five goals. Winslow Townson for The Boston G Concord-Carslisle coach Erin Cash calls out to her players during their Division 1 semifinal win over Chelmsford. Winslow Townson for The Boston Globe Jill Martin scored for Chelmsford. Winslow Townson for The Boston Globe Concord-Carslisle's Scarlett Mirak used lessons learned playing with her three older sisters to help the Patriots reach their first Division 1 semifinal since 1990. Winslow Townson for The Boston Globe Trevor Hass can be reached at
Boston Globe
25-03-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Eastern Mass. girls' lacrosse: 10-plus standouts to watch on the field this spring
Grace Maroney , Hingham — A standout senior who will play at Notre Dame, compiled 110 goals, 93 draw controls, and 34 caused turnovers in a Patriot League MVP season last year. Advertisement Karleigh Mutch , Concord-Carlisle — The highly versatile player and two-time USA Lacrosse All-American has surpassed 400 career draws and will play at Denver next year. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Caitlyn Naughton , Walpole — A senior who will also play at UMass, Naughton racked up 126 goals and 162 draw controls a season ago, and will try to power the Timberwolves to a Division 2 title alongside running mate Sophia Fruci. Caroline Nozzolillo , Westwood — Alongside the DeMaio twins, Charlotte and Emilie, this Brown-bound senior (83 goals, 40 assists last spring) will look to help the Wolverines take the next step. Holly Panttila , Norwell — Fresh off a trip to the Division 3 championship game on the court, the reigning South Shore-Sullivan MVP will aim to take the Clippers back to the top in a deep Division 4 alongside Charlise Cox. Libby Quinn , Reading — Quinn, who racked up 62 goals, 56 ground balls, and 82 draw controls as a junior, is eager to fuel the Rockets to another stellar season. Kaitlyn Uller , Wellesley —The Davidson-bound senior midfielder/attacker has 170 career goals and 133 draw controls, and will anchor the deep, talented Raiders alongside Olivia Comella, Tara Battaglino, Abby Beggans, and more. Other names to know : Reese Bromby (Newburyport), Kassidy Carmichael (Westford), Brigid Carovillano (Manchester Essex), Avery Cobban (Sandwich), Caroline Connolly (Hingham), Mira Flaherty (Weymouth), Brooke Lomasney (Peabody), Teagan Morrissey (Concord-Carlisle), Ella Ryan (Lincoln-Sudbury), Maggie Slimbaugh (Duxbury). Advertisement Trevor Hass can be reached at
