The stakes are high as #2 Pitt-Greensburg (9-7-2, 6-1-1 AMCC) hosts #3 Alfred State (11-6, 6-2 AMCC) in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference (AMCC) semi-finals on Wednesday at 2 PM at Ridilla Field.
Pitt-Greensburg earned a first-round bye after finishing second in the regular season standings, while Alfred State advanced with a convincing 3-0 win over La Roche in Saturday's quarterfinal. Isabella Hoffmann led the Pioneers with two goals in that match, continuing her standout season with 12 total goals.
The Bobcats and Pioneers last met on October 25, when Pitt-Greensburg dominated in a 4-0 victory. Mia Camps recorded the shutout, while Maya Wertelet, Abby Ault, Emma Reyes, and Shaylene Ceruti each found the back of the net. Tiger Santia contributed two assists and anchored a defense that has allowed just one goal in conference play this season.
Players to Watch
Pitt-Greensburg
- Bella Carroto: Leads the Bobcats with 13 goals.
- Megan Hickey: 9 goals and 4 assists, recently reached 100 career points.
- Maya Wertelet: Balanced contributor with 6 goals and 6 assists.
- Tiger Santia: Defensive leader with 10 assists and a key role in the team's near-perfect conference defensive record, as they allowed only 1 conference goal
Alfred State
- Isabella Hoffmann: 12 goals, including a brace in the first-round win.
- Karlee Hargather: Team points leader with 9 goals and 11 assists.
The winner will advance to the AMCC Championship to face either Penn State Behrend or Penn State Altoona. With a spot in the title game on the line, expect a competitive and intense matchup between two of the conference's top teams.
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