Penn College secured a convincing victory over Bryn Athyn in the United East Semifinal, finishing with a score of 19-2. This win ensures the Wildcats a spot in the championship game for the second year in a row, with their record standing at 14-4. Bryn Athyn concluded their season with a record of 3-8.
Describing the game, it was noted that “Penn College led 11-0 at the half,” spurred by Owen Kupsey’s hat trick in the first quarter. Elliot Dotson added two goals, and Corbin Moore scored once, leading to a 6-0 advantage early in the game. Kupsey and AJ Dotson expanded the lead to 8-0, followed by three more goals from Elliot Dotson, resulting in a strong halftime position for the team.
The Wildcats continued to dominate, scoring three goals in the third quarter and five in the fourth, securing their place in the final.
Elliot Dotson emerged as a key player, leading with “seven points on five goals and two assists.” Kupsey added four goals, with AJ Dotson contributing five assists. Jake Small, Nick McGowan, and Kyle Kievit each added three points to the team’s tally.
The Wildcats will face top-seeded St. Mary’s on Saturday at 4 p.m. with hopes of claiming the United East Conference trophy for the first time in the school’s history.
Penn College emerged victorious, claiming a semifinal win over Bryn Athyn with a 19-2 outcome. This victory propels the Wildcats into the championship game as they aim for their first United East Conference trophy.
Break in the game saw a significant lead, “Penn College led 11-0 at the half,” bolstered by Owen Kupsey’s swift performance. Elliot Dotson contributed significantly with two goals, alongside a goal by Corbin Moore, establishing a 6-0 lead from the outset. Additional contributions from Kupsey and AJ Dotson pushed the score to 8-0, with an impressive display by Elliot Dotson adding three more goals before halftime.
The efforts continued as the team scored three goals in the third quarter and five more in the fourth, securing their victory and place in the championship game.
Elliot Dotson stood out in his performance, totalling seven points through five goals and two assists. Kupsey secured four goals, with AJ Dotson executing five assists. Players Jake Small, Nick McGowan, and Kyle Kievit each contributed three points.
Saturday’s match against St. Mary’s offers Penn College a chance to win the United East Conference trophy for the first time in its history.
