By G. MICHAEL GRAHAM
Fort Thomas Matters Sports Reporter
The Newport
Central Catholic Lady Breds found a spot in the 9th Region title game with a
1-0 victory over St. Henry on Thursday at Ryle.
This marks
NewCath’s first appearance in a regional title game since 2005. The Lady Breds
lost 1-0 on a shootout to eventual state champion Highlands in the 10th Region
title game that year.
“It’s a good feeling,” said Kevin Turnick, NewCath head coach. “We have a big opportunity in front of us.
I always tell the girls that great moments come from great opportunities. They’re
continuing to develop themselves. We hope to take advantage of it.”
NewCath has
won all three postseason contests by a 4-0 count to move to 14-5-1. The Lady
Breds defeated Highlands, 2-0 in the 36th District title game before recording
1-0 victories over Covington Holy Cross and St. Henry. NewCath lost 1-0 to the
Lady Crusaders (15-6-2) on Oct. 1 in a game called at halftime because of
thunderstorms.
St. Henry
came into the season looking to win its second state title in three years
thanks to the return of standout senior Libby Leedom. Leedom has committed to
play at the next level for the University of Dayton.
