Tigers Lose To WPIAL Opponent For First Time Since 2014
Not since 2014 had North Allegheny lost to a WPIAL opponent, but that lengthy winning streak came to an end on Wednesday afternoon with a narrow 185-188 loss to Fox Chapel at Pittsburgh North Golf Course. The defeat concluded an astonishing string of victories against WPIAL foes that nearly spanned a full five years. The last time NA had suffered defeat, prior to Wednesday, was on September 11, 2014 by a 187-192 decision to Shady Side Academy.
Against Fox Chapel, it was senior Isabella Walter, who carded the best score for North Allegheny with a 41. Senior Esha Vaidya tallied a 47, while Olivia Schenk and Sissi Hai each posted a 50. Fox Chapel was led by Nina Busch, who notched a low score of 37.
North Allegheny sits at 4-1 overall following the non-section loss. The Tigers look to bounce back with a road match against Mars in section play on Thursday.
| Match Summary | FOX CHAPEL - 185 NORTH ALLEGHENY - 188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH ALLEGHENY | SCORE | FOX CHAPEL | SCORE |
| Isabella Walter | 41 | Erin Drahnak | 42 |
| Olivia Schenk | 50 | Nina Busch | 37 |
| Esha Vaidya | 47 | Grace Rygelski | 52 |
| Sissi Hai | 50 | Emily Scheffler | 54 |
| TOTAL | 188 | 185 | |
| Lauren Kardos | 55 | ||
| Katie Rose Rankin | 59 |