No. 16 Timpanogos at No. 1 Ridgeline
No. 1 Ridgeline will look to avenge last year’s quarterfinal exit when the RiverHawks host No. 16 Timpanogos in Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match.
When these teams met in last year’s quarterfinals, the Timberwolves ended Ridgeline’s season with a 2-0 victory behind goals from Malia Jessop and Izzy Pierce. Now the RiverHawks get their shot at redemption, this time on their home field.
Ridgeline (15-2) enters as the tournament’s top seed after a dominant regular season that saw them outscore opponents 93-11. The RiverHawks boast a balanced attack with five players scoring 10 or more goals, led by Sierra Dean (19 goals, eight assists), Keagan Grange (15 goals, eight assists) and Lily Hunsaker (13 goals, eight assists).
Reagan Brown (12 goals, four assists), Ila Webb (11 goals, six assists) and Izzy Baer (10 goals, four assists) give Ridgeline additional offensive firepower. Goalkeeper Molly Mann has recorded nine shutouts this season.
Timpanogos (10-7) advanced to the second round with a convincing 4-0 victory over Hurricane in the opening round. The Timberwolves are led by Madisyn Searle (10 goals) and Bree Bentley (nine goals, three assists), with Izzy Pierce orchestrating the attack with a team-high 14 assists to go with six goals.
The Timberwolves have been strong defensively with Alice McGrath posting five shutouts. Timpanogos closed the regular season by winning three of their last four matches, including a dominant 14-0 victory over Summit Academy.
Despite entering as underdogs, Timpanogos can draw confidence from last year’s playoff victory. The Timberwolves are comfortable in tight matches, having gone 2-0 in shootouts this season.
No. 9 Mountain View at No. 8 Stansbury
When No. 9 Mountain View visits No. 8 Stansbury in Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match, the Bruins will be looking to avenge their 2023 quarterfinal loss to the Stallions.
These teams last met in the 2023 playoffs when Stansbury claimed a 2-0 victory to advance to the semifinals. This year’s rematch features two teams with similar regular-season records.
Mountain View (13-4-1) enters the postseason after defeating Bear River 3-1 in the first round. The Bruins are led by Molly Yeates with 11 goals and three assists. Savannah Jett and Leah Olsen have each contributed eight goals, while Brielle Steed has recorded 12 assists to go with five goals.
Stansbury (12-5-1), which earned the No. 8 seed and a first-round bye, counters with a balanced attack led by Whitney Powelson (12 goals, four assists). The Stallions also feature offensive contributions from Emie Major (nine goals, 11 assists), Makell Proctor (nine goals, six assists) and Jojo Sartori (five goals, 12 assists).
Mountain View’s defense has recorded shutouts in several games this season according to their match results. Stansbury’s goalkeeping duties have been shared by Evelyn Gibbons (4.5 shutouts), Libby Ohmert (two shutouts) and Maren Shields (two shutouts).
The schedule shows both teams have experience in shootouts this season.
The winner advances to Saturday’s quarterfinals to face either No. 1 Ridgeline or No. 16 Timpanogos.
No. 13 Sky View at No. 4 Mountain Crest
When No. 13 Sky View visits No. 4 Mountain Crest in Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match, the Bobcats will be looking to snap an eight-game losing streak against their Cache Valley rivals.
These Region 11 foes meet for the third time this season, with Mountain Crest (14-3-1) having won both previous matchups — a 2-1 shootout victory on Sept. 10 and a 1-0 win in the regular season finale just last week. The Mustangs, who earned the No. 4 seed and a first-round bye, enter the playoffs having won their final regular season match.
Sky View (13-7) advanced to the second round with a 2-0 victory over Dixie in the opening round. The Bobcats are led by Bella Hall (seven goals, four assists) and a balanced attack featuring Kaitlin Erickson and Eva McKay, who have each contributed six goals and five assists.
The Bobcats’ defense has been anchored by Dani Hoth with 7.5 shutouts this season. Sydney Sadler has recorded seven assists to complement her two goals.
Mountain Crest’s attack includes Maddie Vierhoff, Jaidyn Stewart, and Addie Crystal, as noted by the coach.
In their previous meetings this season, Mountain Crest won via shootout in their September matchup and secured a 1-0 victory in their October contest.
The winner advances to Saturday’s quarterfinals to face either No. 5 Park City or No. 12 Jordan.
No. 12 Jordan at No. 5 Park City
No. 12 Jordan visits No. 5 Park City in Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match, marking the third meeting this season between these Region 10 rivals.
The teams split their regular-season matchups, with Park City winning 2-0 at home on Aug. 25 before Jordan responded with a 4-1 victory on its home field on Sept. 18. The rubber match now comes with significantly higher stakes — a spot in the 4A quarterfinals.
Jordan (15-5) enters the postseason after defeating Tooele 4-0 in the first round. The Beetdiggers feature one of 4A’s most prolific scoring duos in Sydney Vessey and Emberly Camacho. Vessey is tied for the 4A scoring lead with 29 goals while adding five assists, while Camacho has contributed 16 goals and seven assists.
June Joseph has recorded 10 shutouts this season for Jordan. The Beetdiggers closed the regular season with a shootout victory over Murray before their first-round playoff win.
Park City (13-5), which earned the No. 5 seed and a first-round bye, is led by Elsa Dellenbach with 14 goals and 11 assists. Dyllann Reed has added 12 goals and five assists, while Autumn Reital has contributed five goals.
The Miners have been strong at home with an 8-2 record. Sierra Cobleigh has recorded 5.5 shutouts this season for Park City.
Both teams have proven they can win close matches this season.
The winner advances to Saturday’s quarterfinals to face either No. 4 Mountain Crest or No. 13 Sky View.
No. 15 Cedar at No. 2 Green Canyon
No. 15 Cedar will make the long trek north to face No. 2 Green Canyon in Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match, marking the first-ever meeting between these programs.
Cedar (10-8) enters the postseason with momentum after a convincing 5-1 victory over Provo in the first round. The Reds have shown resilience throughout the season, winning three of their last five regular-season matches to secure a playoff berth.
Tylee Nielson has been the offensive catalyst for Cedar with 13 goals and one assist, while Tynzlee Nielson has added five goals. The Reds have displayed a balanced attack with several players recording multiple goals this season.
Green Canyon (15-3), which earned the No. 2 seed and a first-round bye, will be without its top scorer and one of the state’s premier talents. Chloe Sadler, who leads 4A with 29 goals and 18 assists, is unavailable while representing the U.S. National Team at the Under-17 World Cup.
In Sadler’s absence, the Wolves will turn to Eva Israelsen (18 goals, seven assists) and Presley Nelson (11 goals, five assists) to lead the attack. Green Canyon also features Kloey Tensmeyer, who has recorded 10 assists and six goals.
The Wolves have been dominant at home this season. Despite dropping a 4-2 decision to Ridgeline in late September, Green Canyon rebounded to win their final four regular-season matches by a combined score of 20-1.
Cedar’s defense, with Adelin Dalton and Devyn Wood combining for three shutouts, will face a significant challenge against a Green Canyon attack that has been prolific throughout the season.
The winner advances to Saturday’s quarterfinals to face either No. 7 Desert Hills or No. 10 East.
No. 10 East at No. 7 Desert Hills
No. 10 East and No. 7 Desert Hills meet for the first time in nearly a decade when the Leopards travel south for Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match.
When these teams last faced off in 2016, East claimed a 3-0 victory at Desert Hills. This year’s matchup features two teams with strong regular-season résumés vying for a quarterfinal berth.
East (15-4) enters the postseason with momentum after a convincing 3-0 victory over Orem in the first round. The Leopards have been one of 4A’s most potent offensive teams, outscoring opponents 87-12 this season.
Delaney Snow leads East with 17 goals and three assists, while Addison Feldman has been a dynamic force with 15 goals and a classification-leading 17 assists despite playing in just 13 games. Mable Meinhardt (10 goals, eight assists) and Benny Rimando (seven goals, two assists) provide additional scoring punch for the Leopards.
East’s defensive efforts have been anchored by Maizey Miller (seven shutouts) and Natalie Vasquez (three shutouts). The Leopards won six of their final seven regular-season matches, including a decisive 6-0 victory over Jordan.
Desert Hills (13-4), which earned the No. 7 seed and a first-round bye, features a balanced attack led by Izzy Miller’s 13 goals and three assists. The Thunder’s offense runs through Kamri Yergenson, who leads the team with 14 assists while adding six goals.
Harper Minefee has contributed six goals and three assists, while Kennedi Yergensen has added four goals and four assists for a Desert Hills team that has outscored opponents 48-19 this season.
The Thunder have been strong at home with a 7-1 record on their field, though they did suffer a late-season 2-1 loss to Snow Canyon. Desert Hills closed with a 3-1 victory over Dixie on Oct. 7.
The winner advances to Saturday’s quarterfinals to face either No. 2 Green Canyon or No. 15 Cedar.
No. 14 Judge Memorial at No. 3 Snow Canyon
No. 3 Snow Canyon welcomes No. 14 Judge Memorial to St. George in Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match, marking the first meeting between these programs since 2006.
When these teams last faced off in the 2006 3A playoffs, Snow Canyon claimed a 1-0 double overtime victory when Rebecca Ricks scored the winning goal for the Warriors. Ami Parry held the Bulldogs scoreless through the second overtime in that contest.
Snow Canyon (12-2-2) earned the No. 3 seed and a first-round bye. The Warriors are led by Lottie Smith, who has recorded 21 goals and four assists this season. Amelia Nadauld has contributed three goals and six assists, while Scarlet Losee and Kenzlie Stuart have each added three goals.
Goalkeeper Tori Martin has recorded three shutouts for Snow Canyon this season.
Judge Memorial (12-5) comes into the match after a 3-0 victory over Highland on Oct. 9. The Bulldogs feature Lily Wikstrom, who has tallied 23 goals and six assists this season. Callie Lipson has added seven goals and six assists, while Chloe Gardner has contributed six goals and three assists.
Sofia Delpouys has recorded nine assists to accompany her four goals for the Bulldogs.
This match brings together two programs with strong regular season performances looking to advance in the 4A state tournament.
No. 11 Uintah at No. 6 Crimson Cliffs
No. 11 Crimson Cliffs travels to face No. 6 Uintah in Tuesday’s 4A second-round playoff match, a rematch of last year’s playoff thriller.
When these teams met in the 4A first round last year, Crimson Cliffs (then seeded No. 10) defeated No. 7 Uintah 4-2 in penalty kicks following a 2-2 tie in regulation. Macey Woolley scored and added an assist for the Mustangs, who came back from a 1-0 halftime deficit. Izzie Lawson and Lexi Perkins found the net for the Utes in that contest.
Uintah (11-4-2) enters this year’s matchup after an 8-2 victory over Juan Diego on Oct. 9. The Utes feature a balanced attack led by Emma Glenn with 14 goals and 10 assists this season. Athena Oldham has contributed 13 goals and six assists, while Izzie Lawson has added 11 goals and five assists.
Julliana Rodd-Caloca (seven goals, four assists) and Linda Langedijk (six goals, one assist) provide additional scoring punch for Uintah. Goalkeeper Abby Rubio has recorded four shutouts for the Utes.
Crimson Cliffs (13-3-1) boasts one of 4A’s top scorers in Macey Woolley, who has tallied 24 goals and four assists this season. Ava Garrett has added four goals and two assists, while Hadley Phillips and Ali Van Gilder have each contributed three goals.
Van Gilder leads the team with five assists, while Kennedy Madsen and Kennedy Morris have split goalkeeper duties with 5.5 and 1 shutouts respectively.
The winner of Tuesday’s contest will advance in the 4A state tournament.
This report was compiled with the assistance of ChatGPT.