The district competition for WPIAL Boys and Girls soccer will reach an exciting climax with the upcoming ‘Super Saturday’ at Highmark Stadium. This event will feature four championship matches in total, showcasing some of the top high school soccer talent in the area.
The day will kick off with the Girls Class 2A Final between Quaker Valley and Burrell, both of which are making their first-ever appearance in a WPIAL final. Burrell, in particular, has had a strong postseason run, with standout performances from players like Eva Wilson and Makiah Buchak.
Following that, the Boys Class 2A Final will see defending champs South Park take on Avonworth. South Park will be looking for a repeat victory, but Avonworth has shown that they are a formidable opponent with their attacking firepower led by Abdul Basit Sleiman Kaije.
In the Girls Class 3A Final, Fox Chapel will face off against South Fayette in a battle of two reigning defending champions. Both teams have had impressive playoff runs, with key players like Emily McKee and Alyssa Quackenbush leading the charge for Fox Chapel.
Finally, the Boys Class 3A Final will feature an undefeated Moon team against Franklin Regional, who upset Moon in last year’s playoffs. Moon has been dominant this season, with multiple players contributing to their success, while Franklin Regional will be looking to pull off another upset to claim the title.
Overall, Super Saturday promises to be a thrilling day of soccer action, with plenty of talent on display and high stakes for all teams involved. Be sure to follow along with the coverage team and stay tuned for updates, reactions, and more on the Super Saturday Match Day Blog.
