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Women's Lacrosse vs The College of New Jersey on 5/11/2025

[15:00] Draw control by TCNJ Ally Tobler. Draw control by TCNJ Ally Tobler. [14:14] Shot by TCNJ CJ Kole, SAVE Felicity Heilferty. Shot by TCNJ CJ Kole, SAVE Felicity Heilferty. [13:56] Clear attempt by STEVENS good. Clear attempt by STEVENS good. [13:24] Shot by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra WIDE. Shot by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra WIDE. [13:21] […]

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Women's Lacrosse vs The College of New Jersey on 5/11/2025

[15:00] Draw control by TCNJ Ally Tobler.

Draw control by TCNJ Ally Tobler. [14:14] Shot by TCNJ CJ Kole, SAVE Felicity Heilferty.

Shot by TCNJ CJ Kole, SAVE Felicity Heilferty. [13:56] Clear attempt by STEVENS good.

Clear attempt by STEVENS good. [13:24] Shot by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra WIDE.

Shot by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra WIDE. [13:21] Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Maddie Hogan.

Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Maddie Hogan. [13:18] GOAL by STEVENS Alison Lax, Assist by Maddie Hogan, goal number 30 for season.

STEVENS

2 7 – 2

GOAL by STEVENS Alison Lax, Assist by Maddie Hogan, goal number 30 for season. Draw control by STEVENS Quincy Connell.

Draw control by STEVENS Quincy Connell. [12:43] GOAL by STEVENS Anna Velardi, Assist by Rebecca Guerra, goal number 20 for season.

STEVENS

2 8 – 2

GOAL by STEVENS Anna Velardi, Assist by Rebecca Guerra, goal number 20 for season. Draw control by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto.

Draw control by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto. [11:31] Turnover by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra.

Turnover by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra. [11:28] Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Emily Potenza.

Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Emily Potenza. [10:36] Clear attempt by TCNJ good.

Clear attempt by TCNJ good. Foul on STEVENS.

Foul on STEVENS. [10:16] Free position attempt for TCNJ.

Free position attempt for TCNJ. [10:03] 8

TCNJ

3 GOAL by TCNJ Marissa Lucca, goal number 65 for season.

8 – 3

GOAL by TCNJ Marissa Lucca, goal number 65 for season. Draw control by TCNJ Marissa Lucca.

Draw control by TCNJ Marissa Lucca. [09:25] Turnover by TCNJ Veronica Campbell.

Turnover by TCNJ Veronica Campbell. [09:23] Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Marie Lindberger.

Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Marie Lindberger. [09:16] Clear attempt by STEVENS good.

Clear attempt by STEVENS good. [08:43] GOAL by STEVENS Alison Lax, Assist by Anna Velardi, goal number 31 for season.

STEVENS

3 9 – 3

GOAL by STEVENS Alison Lax, Assist by Anna Velardi, goal number 31 for season. Draw control by STEVENS Lauren Sullivan.

Draw control by STEVENS Lauren Sullivan. Foul on TCNJ.

Foul on TCNJ. [08:10] GOAL by STEVENS Maddie Hogan (FPGOAL) free position shot, goal number 53 for season.

STEVENS

3 10 – 3

GOAL by STEVENS Maddie Hogan (FPGOAL) free position shot, goal number 53 for season. [08:10] Timeout by TCNJ.

Timeout by TCNJ. Draw control by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto.

Draw control by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto. Green card on TCNJ Marissa Lucca.

Green card on TCNJ Marissa Lucca. Foul on TCNJ.

Foul on TCNJ. [07:30] GOAL by STEVENS Maddie Hogan (MAN-UP) (FPGOAL) free position shot, goal number 54 for season.

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3 11 – 3

GOAL by STEVENS Maddie Hogan (MAN-UP) (FPGOAL) free position shot, goal number 54 for season. Draw control by TCNJ Meghan Hogan.

Draw control by TCNJ Meghan Hogan. [07:15] Clear attempt by TCNJ good.

Clear attempt by TCNJ good. [07:00] Shot by TCNJ Ally Tobler HIGH.

Shot by TCNJ Ally Tobler HIGH. [06:42] Shot by TCNJ Ally Tobler HIGH.

Shot by TCNJ Ally Tobler HIGH. [06:22] Shot by TCNJ Marissa Lucca BLOCKED.

Shot by TCNJ Marissa Lucca BLOCKED. [06:16] Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Marissa Lucca.

Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Marissa Lucca. [05:48] Turnover by TCNJ Ally Tobler.

Turnover by TCNJ Ally Tobler. [05:39] Clear attempt by STEVENS failed.

Clear attempt by STEVENS failed. [05:38] Turnover by STEVENS Eran Gleason.

Turnover by STEVENS Eran Gleason. [05:01] 11

TCNJ

4 GOAL by TCNJ Ally Tobler, goal number 80 for season.

11 – 4

GOAL by TCNJ Ally Tobler, goal number 80 for season. Draw control by STEVENS.

Draw control by STEVENS. [03:45] Shot by STEVENS Maddie Hogan HIGH.

Shot by STEVENS Maddie Hogan HIGH. [03:25] GOAL by STEVENS Alison Lax, Assist by Anna Velardi, goal number 32 for season.

STEVENS

4 12 – 4

GOAL by STEVENS Alison Lax, Assist by Anna Velardi, goal number 32 for season. Draw control by STEVENS Emily Smart.

Draw control by STEVENS Emily Smart. Green card on TCNJ Sydney Sieja.

Green card on TCNJ Sydney Sieja. [03:03] Turnover by STEVENS Emily Leiby.

Turnover by STEVENS Emily Leiby. [03:00] Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Marissa Lucca.

Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Marissa Lucca. Green card on STEVENS Quincy Connell.

Green card on STEVENS Quincy Connell. [02:56] Clear attempt by TCNJ good.

Clear attempt by TCNJ good. [02:35] Shot by TCNJ Ally Tobler, SAVE Felicity Heilferty.

Shot by TCNJ Ally Tobler, SAVE Felicity Heilferty. [02:31] Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Abbie Teefy.

Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Abbie Teefy. [02:23] 12

TCNJ

5 GOAL by TCNJ Ally Tobler, Assist by CJ Kole, goal number 81 for season.

12 – 5

GOAL by TCNJ Ally Tobler, Assist by CJ Kole, goal number 81 for season. Draw control by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto.

Draw control by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto. [01:53] Clear attempt by STEVENS failed.

Clear attempt by STEVENS failed. [01:52] Turnover by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra (caused by Emily Potenza).

Turnover by STEVENS Rebecca Guerra (caused by Emily Potenza). [01:41] Turnover by TCNJ Marissa Lucca (caused by Emily Leiby).

Turnover by TCNJ Marissa Lucca (caused by Emily Leiby). [01:41] Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Maddie Hogan.

Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Maddie Hogan. Green card on TCNJ Ashly Herlihy.

Green card on TCNJ Ashly Herlihy. [01:34] Clear attempt by STEVENS good.

Clear attempt by STEVENS good. [01:02] Turnover by STEVENS Emily Smart.

Turnover by STEVENS Emily Smart. [00:59] Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Ally Tobler.

Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Ally Tobler. [00:53] Turnover by TCNJ Ally Tobler.

Turnover by TCNJ Ally Tobler. [00:51] Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Felicity Heilferty.

Ground ball pickup by STEVENS Felicity Heilferty. [00:38] Clear attempt by STEVENS good.

Clear attempt by STEVENS good. [00:16] Shot by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto, SAVE Julia Charest.

Shot by STEVENS Stefanie Sellitto, SAVE Julia Charest. [00:07] Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Meghan Hogan.

Ground ball pickup by TCNJ Meghan Hogan. [00:00] End-of-period.

End-of-period.

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Endangered Newcastle baths named among UK’s top ten at-risk buildings

Gibson Street bath building in Newcastle. Credit: Graham Tyrrell A listed “time capsule” building which offers an insight into Tyneside life more than a century ago has been placed on a national endangered Top Ten list. The Gibson Street baths in Newcastle was opened in 1907. It included a swimming pool and, at a time […]

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Gibson Street bath building in Newcastle. Credit: Graham Tyrrell

A listed “time capsule” building which offers an insight into Tyneside life more than a century ago has been placed on a national endangered Top Ten list.

The Gibson Street baths in Newcastle was opened in 1907. It included a swimming pool and, at a time when many homes lacked the provisions taken for granted today, it also provided individual slipper baths and laundry facilities.

Men and women entered through separate doors. The men’s entrance hall features four remarkable panels – two signed by the celebrated Dorset tile-makers Carter & Co depicting mermaids, and two others showing a water polo match and a diver in striped swimwear.

These have been praised by architectural historian Lynn Pearson as without parallel, even in Britain’s grandest historic baths. A fifth panel lists the 15 members of the Baths & Wash Houses Committee, as well as the architect and builders, beneath Newcastle’s coat of arms.

But the building has been disused and deteriorating for the last nine years.

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This has prompted the Victorian Society to include the baths in its 2025 Top Ten league of endangered buildings.

Society president Griff Rhys Jones said: “I have lost count of the number of public bath houses that we see in decline, but people truly love these local amenities.”

The Victorian Society is urging Newcastle City Council to seek a sensitive new use for the building. Given the absence of a buyer, the Society recommends renewed collaboration with the community – offering support and extended time to develop a viable reuse proposal that preserves this valuable part of the city’s social and architectural heritage.

The tiled panels inside Gibson Street baths. Credit: Empty Images

They issued a fundraising appeal to “find a good new integrated use for what was once a prime example of public concern and welfare and an illustration of Victorian-Edwardian values at their best.”

The rapid growth of towns and cities in the 19^th and early 20^th centuries left little provision for public hygiene. With disease widespread, the 1846 Public Baths and Wash-houses Act empowered local authorities to build public bathing facilities, funded via the Poor Rate.

In Newcastle, an 1845 report highlighted how working-class people were left without suitable or private places to bathe.

The men’s entrance at Gibson Street baths. Credit: Graham Tyrrell

Costing £28,000 the baths were lavishly fitted out, with stained glass windows and green glazed brick walls. There were 23 slipper baths, and a pool measuring 75ft x 28ft.

Designed by city surveyor F H Halford, it was the first baths in Newcastle to incorporate electricity and water filtration, allowing the water to be cleaned and circulated rather than the pool being filled at the start of the week and emptied at the end.

The city’s Alderman Holmes described it as “the most complete set of baths for their size in England”. The opening ceremony was marked by a performance from Olympic swimmer Arthur ‘Jack’ Jarvis.

The interior pool-hall featured an arched and plastered ceiling, plus amphitheatre seating on both sides, while inside the former men’s entrance, the original turnstile and ticket windows survive.

The building has been marketed by the city council but without success. The baths were closed in 1965 and the swimming pool was boarded over, with the main hall being used for badminton courts until 2016, when the council put the building up for sale.

The covered pool when it was in use as badminton courts

Campaigners Save Gibson Street Baths for People not Developers succeeded in having the building listed as an Asset of Community Value, and explored the possibility of a business and funding plan for uses such as a social enterprise hotel, cafe, bar and community space.

But the project did not come to fruition and the group posted on its Facebook page: “There is no doubt that it is an amazing building worthy or regeneration and development and that as a long serving public building it would be wonderful to see it kept in the public domain.

“However renovation costs look likely to be in the region of £2.7-3 million and this was not an achievable sum.”

A Newcastle City Council spokesperson said: “Gibson Street Baths became vacant in 2016 after it ceased as a badminton club. As we lacked the significant funding required and the expertise to refurbish it, we put it on the market a year later.

More of the tiled panels. Credit: Empty Images

“We received several bids, and a preferred bidder was chosen but unfortunately was unable to access the funds needed to bring it back into use. It is currently wind and watertight albeit in poor condition.

“We have had numerous discussions over the years to bring the property back into use particularly with the Tyne & Wear Building Preservation Trust however due to funding issues none of these have come to fruition yet.

“We recognise this is an historically important building and want to see it saved and brought back into use and so will look to market it again in the near future.”

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News – Water Polo Australia

Elise Cooper’s involvement began when her daughter, Sophia, joined the Sydney Northern Beaches Breakers at age 12. Her dedication and support towards her daughter’s water polo career inspired Elise to shift from the stands to the club rooms, volunteering her time behind the scenes. Now in her third season as team manager, she continues to […]

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Now in her third season as team manager, she continues to support the team out of her deep appreciation for the club and the sport.

“The ladies prior to me being manager had done such a great job, that I thought it was my turn to step up and be manager. This is my third season of being team manager and I really love it,” Elise said.

“There’s so many great people that I’ve met through the club that I’ve really become friends with,” she said.

The growth of the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships since its inception is a testament to the popularity and participation at a grassroots level.

“The first year we were at nationals, it was a much smaller pool of teams and clubs playing,” Elise said.

“Now there’s a team from Pilbara, how amazing is that? Such a small community and they’ve got a water polo club here representing. And I think that is a testament to how amazing the sport is,” she said.

Stressing the importance of volunteers, Elise acknowledged the vital roles they play within the water polo community. She urged greater involvement to ensure the sport continues to grow, particularly in youth pathways.

“Clubs don’t exist without volunteers from the committee level, all the way through to tour managers and booking accommodation. The kids don’t get to play if it doesn’t exist, so I think it’s really important,” Elise said.

“You can do as much, or as little as your life and time allows. If you love water polo as much as I do, step in and give it a go,” she said.

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Shai Gilgeous

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the 2024-25 NBA MVP. That’s going to make him a very rich man. With his first MVP win, Gilgeous-Alexander is now eligible to sign the largest contract in the history of the NBA at five years, $380 million, according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks. The one catch is he will have to wait […]

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the 2024-25 NBA MVP. That’s going to make him a very rich man.

With his first MVP win, Gilgeous-Alexander is now eligible to sign the largest contract in the history of the NBA at five years, $380 million, according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks. The one catch is he will have to wait until the 2026 offseason to sign it.

That contract, which Gilgeous-Alexander can get no matter what happens next season, would pay him $76 million annually, which would exceed even Shohei Ohtani’s average annual value (even counting the Los Angeles Dodgers star’s deferral money). Even better, because he split with his agent a few months ago, none of that money will be going to agent fees.

The Thunder have also been pretty clear they’re ready to give him that contract, despite their small market.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 28: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder speaks during a press conference after the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on February 28, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Atlanta Hawks 135-119. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is about to become the highest-paid player in NBA history. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

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Gilgeous-Alexander was already on track to cash in this summer, as his two All-NBA selections made him eligible for a four-year, $293 million extension, which works out to 30% of the salary cap.

However, players become eligible for 35% of the salary cap (the supermax) if they enter their eighth or ninth season with either an MVP award in the past three seasons (check) or All-NBA selections or a Defensive Player of the Year Award in either the past season or two of the past three seasons (also check). The player also has to be playing for either the team that drafted him or one that acquired him during his rookie contract (check).

So Gilgeous-Alexander only needed to make an All-NBA team, even the third team, to be supermax-eligible next year, but he ended up winning MVP and (you would assume) a third straight All-NBA first-team selection.

Gilgeous-Alexander is already under contract for three more seasons, by virtue of his earlier five-year, $172 million extension. Between that contract, the supermax and his original $17 million rookie deal, he will have $576 million in career earnings through the first 14 years of his career.

No wonder he was feeling so generous he bought Rolex watches for the entire Thunder team.

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Volleyball Teams To Compete In Denver

The Bermuda Volleyball Association is sending teams to compete at the 2025 USA Volleyball Open National Championship in Denver this month. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Assocation is please to announce the two teams who will be competing in the 2025 USA Volleyball Open National Championship. The teams will compete in their respective competitive […]

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The Bermuda Volleyball Association is sending teams to compete at the 2025 USA Volleyball Open National Championship in Denver this month.

A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Assocation is please to announce the two teams who will be competing in the 2025 USA Volleyball Open National Championship. The teams will compete in their respective competitive BB Divisions of the tournament from May 26 to 28, held this year in Denver, Colorado. The BVA will be streaming matches on their Facebook Page: “Bermuda Volleyball National Team”. Alternatively, people can watch via BallerTV.

Women’s Team: Devil’s Isle VC

Kayley Hamilton [1]
Kate Marcotte [2]
Caitlin Bento [3]
Demetria Hollis [4]
Kayla Grant [6]
Sharri Weldon [7]
Anna Marcotte [8]
Olivia Taylor [11]
Amber Simons [24]

Head Coach: Braedon Madeiros-Cooke
Assistant Coaches: Kyle Hamilton and Stacey Madeiros Cooke

Devil’s Isle VC & Ace Boyz VC US Open Bermuda May 2025 (2)

“Devil’s Isle VC, Bermuda’s Women’s National Volleyball Club, proudly announces its participation in the 2025 USA Volleyball Open National Championship. The team will compete in the competitive BB Division of the tournament, held this year in Denver, Colorado.

“The U.S. Open is a prestigious annual event that brings together elite adult volleyball teams from across the United States and around the world. Representing Bermuda, the Devil’s Isle VC squad will showcase its talent and determination on a national stage, competing against top-level clubs and athletes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.”

“We’re incredibly proud of this group of athletes and all the hard work they’ve put in,” said Kyle Hamilton, Coach of Devil’s Isle VC. “This is a great opportunity to test ourselves against strong competition and represent Bermuda on the international volleyball scene.”

The spokesperson said, “The tournament will take place from May 24–29, 2025, and promises an exciting lineup of matches and a valuable development experience for all participants.

“Follow us on social media [@bdavolleyball] for live updates and results throughout the competition.

Ace Boyz VC

Jake Roberts [1]
Braedon Madeiros-Cooke [2]
Tyler Siese [4]
Connor Somerville [5]
Dylan Somerville [6]
Benjamin Barnett [7]
Eron Woods [8]
Tiago Morais Ferreira [9]
Tristan Mullan [11]
Brandon Sousa [13]

Head Coach: Mike Smith
Assistant Coaches: Juanita Blee, Chad Stoddard and Robert Saraiva

Devil’s Isle VC & Ace Boyz VC US Open Bermuda May 2025 (1)

“The coaching staff are very excited about our upcoming tournament in Denver. The team we are bringing to Colorado is strong, and ready to compete. There are a few new faces this year, and they complement the rest of the team well. We have added depth on the court and the bench, and a bigger arsenal of tools to work with.

“After an incredible showing at the ECVA’s in October, we realized that we have the potential to be a very technically sound team and have spent this season tightening that up. We have focused a lot of time dialling in our ball control, blocking, and coverage on defence. We’ve also spent a considerable amount of time working with our Middle and Pin Hitters, on offensive transition, and strengthening our setter-hitter connection. We’re happy to report that the tedious work has paid off. With our passing percentage much higher, we are able to run a more well-rounded offence. The Middles are getting into the game more and our Pin Hitters are as effective as ever.

“I want to give a quick shout out to the entire Men’s National Team. They have all worked very hard to get us to where we are. Due to the nature of our practices, and really honing in on the technical part of the game, its taken a tremendous amount of discipline to stay present and dedicated. We believe their hard work will pay off and that will be proven in Denver.

“Finally, one last shout out to Olek Rymon-Lipinski. His dedication and hard work throughout the year have been inspiring for the entire team. Unfortunately, due to an ACL injury he can no longer travel with us. We all wish him a speedy recovery, and his presence in Denver will be missed.”

Regional Sports (5/21): Kansas hires Vaughn as assistant men’s basketball coach | Sports

(KMAland) — Regional sports news updates are posted throughout the day. Continue to refresh for all of the latest from regional schools listed below. Iowa State -Men’s basketball to play home and home exhibitions with Northwestern: https://cyclones.com/news/2025/5/21/mens-basketball-iowa-state-to-face-northwestern-in-home-and-home-exhibition-games Iowa -Field hockey finalizes 2025 schedule: https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2025/5/21/hawkeyes-release-2025-schedule-fh Northern Iowa -Qualifiers set for West Preliminary meet: https://unipanthers.com/news/2025/5/21/track-and-field-uni-track-and-field-qualifiers-set-for-ncaa-west-preliminary-meet Creighton -Izzy Ashburn hired […]

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(KMAland) — Regional sports news updates are posted throughout the day. Continue to refresh for all of the latest from regional schools listed below.

Iowa State

-Men’s basketball to play home and home exhibitions with Northwestern: https://cyclones.com/news/2025/5/21/mens-basketball-iowa-state-to-face-northwestern-in-home-and-home-exhibition-games

Iowa

-Field hockey finalizes 2025 schedule: https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2025/5/21/hawkeyes-release-2025-schedule-fh

Northern Iowa

-Qualifiers set for West Preliminary meet: https://unipanthers.com/news/2025/5/21/track-and-field-uni-track-and-field-qualifiers-set-for-ncaa-west-preliminary-meet

Creighton

-Izzy Ashburn hired as assistant volleyball coach: https://gocreighton.com/news/2025/5/21/ashburn-named-volleyball-assistant-coach

-Women’s soccer signs Jalen Chaney: https://gocreighton.com/news/2025/5/21/womens-soccer-womens-soccer-signs-jalen-chaney

Missouri

-Jason Gwyn joins softball coaching staff: https://mutigers.com/news/2025/5/21/softball-announces-addition-of-assistant-coach-jason-gwyn.aspx

Kansas City

-Tory Lanham named Most Outstanding Performer: https://kcroos.com/news/2025/5/21/track-and-field-lanham-named-most-outstanding-performer-six-roos-earn-all-league-designations

Kansas

-Men’s basketball hires Jacque Vaughn as assistant: https://kuathletics.com/news/2025/5/21/mens-basketball-kansas-great-jacque-vaughn-named-mens-basketball-assistant-coach.aspx

Kansas State

-Bowling Green transfer Marcus Johnson commits to Kansas State: https://x.com/TiptonEdits/status/1925235206010630603

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Kerber cousins help Marquette top Kirkwood to repeat as girls water polo district champion

Steve Overbey | Post-Dispatch KIRKWOOD — Marquette sophomore attacker Cassidy Kerber rarely gets a chance to outscore her uber-talented senior cousin Nevaeh. “She’s just that good,” Cassidy said. Yet for one night, at least, Cassidy has family bragging rights. Cassidy scored six times to lead the Mustangs to a 14-7 win over Kirkwood on Wednesday in […]

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KIRKWOOD — Marquette sophomore attacker Cassidy Kerber rarely gets a chance to outscore her uber-talented senior cousin Nevaeh.

“She’s just that good,” Cassidy said.

Yet for one night, at least, Cassidy has family bragging rights.

Cassidy scored six times to lead the Mustangs to a 14-7 win over Kirkwood on Wednesday in the Missouri Water Polo girls district championship contest at the Walker Natatorium on the Kirkwood High campus.

Nevaeh added five goals for Marquette (24-1), which claimed its second successive area title and third overall since play began in 2021.

The Mustangs, who also won the initial crown in 2021, have quickly become a dynasty in the up-and-coming sport. The have won 43 of their last 44 matches following an unbeaten campaign last season.

And the Kerber family has played a huge role in that domination.

Nevaeh scored a record 123 goals this season and tallied approximately 370 times in her four-year career. A dominating force for the past three seasons, she is taking her talents to Wagner College in Staten Island, New York.

Cassidy is a younger version of Nevaeh and closed the season with 90 goals.

“They work so hard, every morning, every practice, they’re always out there trying to get better,” Marquette coach Claire Maniscalco. “In the game that mattered most, they were calm and they went out and did their best.”

The dynamic duo worked in perfect sync against a gutsy Kirkwood team that never let the contest get too far out of hand.

The Pioneers (12-7-2) had never beaten Marquette in 12 previous tries and were outscored 186-85 since the first meeting on March 31, 2022. The Mustangs beat Kirkwood 15-3 just 19 days ago.

“We played them as hard as we could and I felt like it was a really good effort,” Kirkwood coach Robert Peglar said. “I’m super proud of them.”

Marquette is just that talented. Its only loss was a 14-6 setback to Illinois power Naperville North, which is ranked sixth nationally.

The Kerber girls weren’t the only standouts on this night. Junior keeper Olivia Brzyski recorded 18 saves and was particularly effective in the first half when the contest was close. She made 198 saves over 19 matches this season and her performance often gets overlooked under the Mustangs offensive explosions.

“She’s not only the best goalie and my best friend, but she’s so good at throwing the ball on those counter attacks,” Nevaeh said.

Brzyksi even made a stop with the top of her head and knocked the ball out to Cassidy Kerber, who scored to push the lead to 11-4 midway through the third period.

Marquette used a three-goal blitz over the final 3 minutes and 8 seconds of the first of four 7-minute quarters to take a 4-1 lead. Nevaeh snapped the tie with back-to-back tallies in less than a minute. Her nifty shot that skidded off the water and into the net pumped the advantage to 3-1.

Kirkwood stayed close behind three goals from senior Chloe Inion. Her tally early in the second period brought the Pioneers to within 4-2.

Cassidy Kerber took over from there with a three goal-explosion in 95 seconds. Two of the goals came on assists from Nevaeh.

The Mustangs, who carried an 8-2 lead into the break, took control with two goals early in the third period. Isla Sattler led the charge with a drive from close range. Sattler had three goals.

“We’ve worked our butts off all season long,” Brzyski said. “This is proof that hard work gets it done.”

Cassidy, who will likely take over the role as face of the program, doesn’t plan on reminding Nevaeh of her 6-5 goal advantage in the title game.

The two lived together for seven years and get along like sisters.

“We all have our jobs and sometimes mine is assisting and hers is shooting,” Nevaeh said. “I’m just glad I’m able to share this experience with her.”

Marquette became the first team to win back-to-back area titles. Oakville won the crown in 2022, and Ladue claimed the gold in 2023.

“Last year, winning it all was definitely new and there was a lot of stress with it,” Cassidy Kerber said. “This year, I liked doing it again a lot more.”