Andover challenged SPS Varsity Field Hockey to a game this Friday in the Andover stadium. The reigning New England champions set a fast and intense tone for the match, and SPS was up to the challenge. Ultimately suffering a heavy 0-8 defeat, SPS let in 7 out of 8 goals on short corner penalties against the very best shooters they'll face all season. Quick and powerful, Andover peppered SPS with heavy pressure in the circle and their excellent skill rewarded them. However, the SPS athletes never let up and played an excellent game of field hockey, often stuffing the Andover offense and possessing the ball smartly. Terrific defensive and offensive plays defined the Pelicans' ball movement. Standout performers included co-captains Bella Perry '25, and Parker Hanson '25, as well as Erin Flaherty '27, Caroline Humber '25, Liza Demain '28, Thayer Demers '26, Ava Hunter '25, Chelsea Bell '26, and Maddy Humber '28. Gracen Arndt '27, Addie Pinard '25, Addie Hayne '27, Caroline Frost '25, Gabby Smith '28, Mencia Westphal-Sacrisan '27, and Ellie Evans '28 contributed sparks of energy that motivated the team and created opportunities. Elizabeth Johnson '25 and Anna Asano '25 traded off in net.