Monday marked another action-packed day across Rhode Island high school sports fields, courts, and trails. From last-second game-winners to dominant shutouts, here’s your complete recap of every notable result from the Ocean State’s high school athletics scene.
Boys Soccer: Overtime Thrillers and Shutouts
Division I Results
Moses Brown edged La Salle Academy 3-2 in overtime on Monday, with senior captain Jack Donahue netting the game-winning goal in the 87th minute. Donahue also added two assists in the victory, moving Moses Brown to 6-2 in Division I play.
Cumberland blanked Lincoln 2-0 to extend its unbeaten streak to six games. Junior striker Marco Ricci scored both goals for the Clippers, who sit atop the Division II standings.
Division II/III Results
Portsmouth claimed a 1-0 road win over Middletown, with sophomore midfielder Liam O’Connor scoring the lone goal in the 72nd minute. The win keeps Portsmouth in contention for a playoff spot in Division III.
Other results: North Kingstown 4, South Kingstown 1; Rogers 2, Jamestown 0; Burrillville 3, Scituate 1.
Girls Soccer: Hat Tricks and Crosstown Wins
Division I Highlights
Barrington dominated East Providence 4-1 behind a hat trick from forward Anna Russo, who also added an assist. The win keeps Barrington undefeated at 8-0 in Division I, the only unbeaten team left in the state’s top girls soccer division.
North Kingstown edged rival South Kingstown 2-1 on a penalty kick goal from midfielder Ella Thompson in the 78th minute. The victory moves NK to 6-2 on the season.
Division II/III Results
Cranston East shut out crosstown rival Cranston West 3-0, with midfielder Sofia Vargas scoring twice. Cranston East improves to 5-3 in Division II play.
Other results: Portsmouth 2, Middletown 0; Narragansett 1, South Kingstown 0; Westerly 3, Stonington 1.
Field Hockey: Defensive Battles and Comeback Wins
Lincoln improved to 7-1 on the season with a 2-1 win over Smithfield. Senior defender Chloe Adams scored the game-winner in the 60th minute for Lincoln.
Warwick Vets notched a 1-0 win over Toll Gate in a defensive slugfest, with the lone goal coming from forward Mia Almeida in the 52nd minute.
Narragansett rallied from a 2-0 deficit to beat South Kingstown 3-2, with junior forward Lily Chen scoring two second-half goals to spark the comeback.
Volleyball: Straight Set Wins and Kill Leaders
La Salle stayed unbeaten in Division I play with a 3-0 sweep of St. Raphael (25-18, 25-20, 25-15). Outside hitter Ava DeLuca had 12 kills and 8 digs for the Rams.
Cumberland beat Woonsocket 3-1, led by outside hitter Mia Torres’ 18 kills and 5 blocks. The win moves Cumberland to 7-1 in Division II.
Other results: Portsmouth 3, Rogers 0; Barrington 3, East Providence 1; North Kingstown 3, South Kingstown 2.
Cross Country: Invitational Action Highlights Monday
North Kingstown’s Ben Smith won the individual title at the Rhode Island Interscholastic Cross Country Invitational, finishing the 5K course in 16:12. Smith led North Kingstown to the team championship, edging out Barrington by 12 points.
On the girls’ side, Barrington’s Sarah Jenkins took first overall in 19:45, leading Barrington to the team title. North Kingstown finished second in the girls’ team standings.
Monday’s Top Standout Performances
- Anna Russo (Barrington girls soccer): 3 goals, 1 assist in 4-1 win over East Providence
- Jack Donahue (Moses Brown boys soccer): Game-winning OT goal, 2 assists in 3-2 win over La Salle
- Mia Torres (Cumberland volleyball): 18 kills, 5 blocks in 3-1 win over Woonsocket
- Ben Smith (North Kingstown cross country): Individual invitational winner, led team to 1st place
- Lily Chen (Narragansett field hockey): 2 second-half goals in 3-2 comeback win over South Kingstown
Upcoming Rhode Island High School Sports Games to Watch
- Thursday, 4:30 PM: La Salle vs. Moses Brown (boys soccer) — Top two Division I teams clash in Providence
- Friday, 6:00 PM: Barrington vs. North Kingstown (girls soccer) — Undefeated Barrington faces reigning Division I champs
- Saturday, 9:00 AM: RI High School Volleyball Showcase at Providence College — 8 top teams compete for the showcase title
- Monday, 3:45 PM: Lincoln vs. North Kingstown (field hockey) — Undefeated Lincoln faces tough NK test
Monday’s results only add to the excitement of the 2024 Rhode Island high school sports season, with playoff races tightening across every division. Check back daily for full recaps, player spotlights, and updated standings for all your favorite Ocean State teams.
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