War Eagle Watch

The girls soccer team dominated Region 4-AAAA play this season.

The team completed a perfect 7-0 region schedule, capturing the Region 4-AAAA Championship and advancing to the state playoffs. In the state playoffs, the team cruised through the first two rounds, defeating Cairo in round one 7-0 and Howard in the Sweet Sixteen 6-1. The state quarterfinals matched Woodward against a strong and talented Flowery Branch team which eliminated the War Eagles 5-1. Woodward Academy was well represented in the All-Region team. Defender Anna Gianneschi, midfielders Maddy Cronin and Brooke Sard, and forward Hayden Twiss all earned 1st Team All-Region honors. In addition, forward Kayla Stadeker, midfielder Charlotte Rubinstein, defender Chloe White, and goalkeeper Laura Hollis were all named 2nd Team All-Region. With numerous starters set to return in 2019-20, the War Eagles will set their sights on a state title next season.