No. 8 Lewis Mills boys soccer secured a dramatic advancement in the Class M tournament on Monday, defeating No. 9 Wolcott in a penalty shootout after the match ended in a 1-1 tie following overtime. The Spartans’ composure under pressure proved decisive as Jacob Verbeek, Daniel Swider, and Dominik Wroblewski each converted their shootout attempts to seal the 3-1 victory. This win propels Lewis Mills into the quarterfinals, where they will face top-seeded Waterford on Thursday at a time to be announced.
Spartans edge No. 9 Wolcott 3-1 in penalty kicks to reach Class M quarterfinals
In girls volleyball action, No. 19 Derby delivered a dominant performance to eliminate No. 14 East Granby in the first round of the Class S tournament. Shea Gray anchored the Derby offense with a standout display, recording 15 kills, eight digs, and seven assists in the 3-1 win. Her all-around contribution was instrumental in dismantling the East Granby defense and securing a spot in the second round. Derby will now travel to face No. 3 Wolcott Tech on Thursday at 4:30 p.m.
These results highlight the intensity of Connecticut’s high school postseason, where seeding often meets unexpected resistance. Lewis Mills’ ability to convert in the shootout underscores their mental toughness, while Derby’s offensive firepower signals a potential upset threat against the higher-seeded Wolcott Tech. Fans can track further developments, including updated standings and additional box scores, through the official Connecticut high school sports scoreboards.
Source: Yahoo Sports
