Girls soccer state semifinals
Class 5A
No. 4 Cypress Creek (15-4) vs. No. 1 Miami Lourdes (15-1-2), 4:30 p.m. today
How they got here: Cypress Creek defeated Wesley Chapel 4-0, Auburndale 3-0, Innovation 1-0; Miami Lourdes defeated Jensen Beach 8-0, South Fork 6-0, Archbishop McCarthy 1-0.
Stat leaders
| Category | Cypress Creek | Miami Lourdes |
| Goals | Avery Blevins, 26 | Veronica Aguilar, 16 |
| Assists | Avery Blevins, 12 | Nicole Lee, 10 |
| Goals against average | Melanie Ortiz, 0 | Adrianna Baena, 0 |
Outlook
When Cypress Creek takes on Lourdes Academy in today’s semifinal, something will have to give between two teams with impressive defensive streaks.
The Coyotes have won five straight matches, including three consecutive shutouts.
Led by standout Avery Blevins, who has dominated with 26 goals and 12 assists this season, Cypress Creek has outscored opponents 89-19.
Lourdes Academy, ranked second in the class and fifth nationally by MaxPreps, has been equally impressive, winning their last five matches all via shutout.
The Bobcats feature goalkeeper Adrianna Baena, who has helped limit opponents to just 13 goals all season, while Veronica Aguilar (16 goals) and Nicole Lee (10 assists) power the attack.
Conclusion
The Girls Soccer State Semifinals are poised to be intense matchups at Lake Myrtle Sports Park in Auburndale. With Cypress Creek and Miami Lourdes showcasing their strengths, fans can expect a thrilling event.
FAQs
Q: Where are the matches being held?
A: All matches are at Lake Myrtle Sports Park in Auburndale.
Q: How much is the admission?
A: Admission is $13 in advance, $16 on the day of the event via GoFan.
Q: Is there a parking fee?
A: Yes, a $2 parking fee is included in the ticket price.
