LANSDALE, PA- It was a battle for a seat in the PCL finals Thursday afternoon between Archbishop Carroll and host Lansdale Catholic.
Lansdale Catholic lost to Carroll earlier in the season by a 5-0 sweep. Fast forward to Thursday.
The Crusaders came back to beat the Patriots 3-2 in a nail-biting performance.
Lansdale Catholic Girl's Tennis Heads to PCL Finals
Lansdale Catholic No. 2 singles Shannon Carr helps secure Finals spot in 3 sets
No. 2 doubles partners Hannah Radi and Emily Handschuh came back in 3rd to win 7-5
Lansdale won their 2nd singles match by Shannon Carr in three sets, 7-5, 4-6, 6-2. No. 1 doubles Brenna Husk and Sarah Duffy won 6-2, 2-1 and the No. 2 doubles team of Hannah Radi and Emily Handschuh claimed the win in the third set, 2-6, 6-1,7-5.
“They pulled off an amazing win,” said Lansdale Catholic head coach Wendy Bradshaw. “They tied it up 4-4, then they were up 5 to 4 and then they tied it 5-5 and they went on to win 7 to 5. It was the most exciting win!”
LANSDALE CATHOLIC vs. ARCHBISHOP CARROLL IN PCL SEMIFINAL
Archbishop Carroll head coach Brady Kramer could not be more proud of his team’s efforts this season.
“Being new to Carroll I didn't know what to expect regarding our team and their abilities. Not only were their skills way above my expectations but their character and work ethic have been second to none. The manner in which they embraced and supported each other exemplified Carroll and what we expect from our student athletes. I am honored to have been part of such a special group and excited for next year.”
Kramer, who also serves as Carroll’s athletic director, touted the leadership role of his sole senior Emily Frohner and is looking forward to next year.
“We return all 7 varsity starters, so the future looks great!! We also have a core group of JV players who will continue to improve and challenge for spots.”
Lansdale Catholic will once again face Cardinal O’Hara this Tuesday in the PCL Championship final match at the Legacy Tennis in Philadelphia.