Vermont High School Football Season Kicks Off with Exciting Matches and Impressive Wins

This week, high school sports in Burlington kicked off with some exciting scores across various teams in soccer, field hockey, volleyball, golf, and cross-country running as the 2024 fall season is underway.

The standout match of the week saw the Vermont soccer team triumph over Harvard with a commanding score of 5-0. Key players included Marcell Papp, who scored two goals, and Maxmilian Kissel, contributing a goal and an assist. Notably, Nash Barlow, a Burlington High School graduate, scored in the dying minutes, as Vermont extended its unbeaten streak to six games and recorded back-to-back 5-0 shutouts for the first time in program history.

In another thrilling match, Missisquoi edged out Harwood with a score of 2-1, thanks to a game-winning goal from Surelle Casperson, who returned from an injury. Meanwhile, Champlain Valley displayed dominance in their match against Burlington, winning 7-0, with standout performances from Carly Strobeck and Emery Thompson.

The volleyball scene also brought excitement, with Champlain Valley securing a solid victory over Mount Mansfield, winning sets of 25-21, 26-24, and 25-20. In golf, the competing teams will continue to show their skills in upcoming matches, with interested parties encouraged to report scores directly via email.

As teams gear up for more action, coaches and team representatives are reminded to report game results as soon as possible to keep everyone informed.Fans can expect thrilling matchups and continued support for local high school athletes!