TOPSHAM — The Mt. Ararat Middle School Eagles ‘A’ field hockey team hosted Brunswick Junior High on Wednesday and came out with a 0-0 tie.
In the first half Brunswick got off to a fast start, pressuring the Eagles defense. Goalie Gabrielle Head made five saves, and strong defensive play by Fiona Hoang, Kayleigh Temple and Madi Stover kept the visitors off the scoreboard.
In the second half the game was more even with both teams having chances to score.
Mt. Ararat made several strong attacks by Karli Clark, Katie Trebilcock, Wyley FitzPatrick, Madi Stover, Lexi Laurelez and Abby Parry, but could not convert to a goal.
The Eagles are now 2-1-1.
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