GHSC Columbus Day Tournament
October 12-13, 2002

Destiny Victorious!

The McLean Destiny won the Greater Harford Columbus Day Tournament October 12-13, 2002. The Destiny defeated the North Carroll Scorpions and the Greater Harford Raptors by scores of 3-1 and 2-0 respectively to earn a place in the tournament finals, after a team from New Jersey dropped out due to the sniper shootings.

The championship game was played against the Columbia Comets, a team that had scored 15 goals in three games to win its bracket of the division. After a scoreless first half, the Destiny took the lead with 10 minutes remaining on a long shot by midfielder Katie. The game was clinched in the final minute when Bobbie broke through the defense to provide the finishing touch to a 2-0 victory. The shutout was particularly remarkable against an opponent that had demonstrated its ability to score so many goals.

The three tournament victories were a welcomed relief from a WAGS season marked by 5 ties in 6 games. The Destiny was finally able to add a potent attack to its strong defense and midfield play. Ashley (3 goals), Bobbie (2 goals), Caity (1 goal) and Katie (1 goal) provided the team's 7 goals. Goalkeeper Kathleen and defenders Natalie,  Kathryn, Caitlin, Sandy, Kara and Allison led the team's formidable defense. Tara, Lissie, Colleen, Katrien and Alexa were outstanding at forward and midfield positions.

Destiny Victorious

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