2011 NEPSAC Quarterfinalists 2012 NEPSAC Quarterfinalists 2013 NEPSAC Semifinalists 2014 NEPSAC Quarterfinalists 2015 NEPSAC Semifinalists 2016 NEPSAC Class C Champions
2017: New England Class C Semi-finalists
2018: New England Class C Semi-finalists
The Kimball Union Girl's Varsity Soccer program has established itself as a formidable force within the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) competition. Their unwavering dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence have yielded admirable results over the past decade. From 2011 to 2015, they consistently advanced to the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds, showcasing their tenacity and skill on the field. However, their crowning achievement came in 2016 when they emerged triumphant as the NEPSAC Class C Champions, etching their name in the annals of the school's athletic history. Undeterred by their success, the team continued to demonstrate their prowess, securing semifinal berths in both the 2017 and 2018 New England Class C tournaments, solidifying their status as a perennial powerhouse in the region.
In 2024, the team will be led by Lucas Richardson, a career educator who currently serves on the leadership team of Soccer Without Borders, an award-winning sports-based youth development organization. Coach Richardson most recently served as head girls' soccer coach at Kent Denver, where he guided the team to an undefeated, championship-winning season and was selected as the Colorado High School 3A Coach of the Year. A former Dartmouth soccer player, Coach Richardson got his start as a coach in the Upper Valley and is excited to be returning to the area with his wife and four young children.
The Wildcats started slow and trailed 4-0 at the half. The second half saw the Wildcats play with more energy and have a number of good opportunities... scoring two goals, hitting the crossbar while recording 3 corners. Junior Mo McBride and Senior Audrey Donahue each scored with Junior Rachel Sites and Senior Julia Walton getting the assists.
Special shoutout to the seniors... Sophie Braver, Merrill Doherty, Julia Walton, Lucie Turcotte, Audrey Donahue, Taryn Boyer, Helena Heckmann, Thea Shaw and Sasha Lawton. A great group of leaders that have had a positive impact on the soccer program and will continue to have a positive impact throughout the entire KUA community. Congratulations seniors!
Trailing 1-0 heading into the second half, the Wildcats turned up the pressure and scored 2 goals in a 10 min span for a 2-1 win. Goal scorers were Sophomore Svia Russman-Araya and Senior Merrill Doherty. Seniors Audrey Donahue and Julia Walton recorded the assists on the goals. Keeper Sophie Braver made 7 saves on the day. The Wildcats end the regular season 7-4-5 and hope to play in the NEPSAC Tournament on Wednesday 11/17... location and opponent TBA.
Two second half goals by Junior Mo McBride, propelled the Wildcats to a 2-1 victory at Cushing Academy. Seniors Lucie Turcotte and Merrill Doherty picked up the assists. Senior Keeper Sophie Braver made 7 saves on the night to record the win. KUA is back in action on Saturday 11/13 when they travel to Vermont Academy for a 2pm start.