TRENTON — Father McGivney Catholic secured a spot in the regional championship with a 5-0 victory over host Trenton Wesclin on Monday night.
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The Griffins got off to a strong start, with Graham Baker opening the scoring at the 39:06 mark of the first half. Baker found the back of the net with a header following a long throw-in.
Father McGivney continued to apply pressure as Owen Weissert scored on another header off a long throw-in with 14:42 remaining in the first half.
Austin Peck added to the lead with a header at the 8:02 mark, sending the Griffins into halftime with a commanding 3-0 advantage.
In the second half, Gus Range took over offensively, scoring twice. Range found the net at the 29:03 mark before adding his second goal at 19:23 to cap the 5-0 victory.
Father McGivney coach Brett Schubart praised his team's performance, particularly its defensive effort.
“It took us a little while to get going to get the results we wanted, but great showing from our boys. The defense got another shutout, and we move on,” Schubart said.
The Griffins will now face Marquette Catholic in the regional championship on Friday. Father McGivney defeated Marquette twice during the regular season.
