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Junior Gianna Lofaro scored the game-winner in the second overtime period as third-seeded Waldwick (13-9) defeated second-seeded Hawthorne (15-7), 3-2, in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 1, Group 1 semifinals on Tuesday in Hawthorne.
Anna Moran assisted on Lofaro’s decisive goal, her second assist of the game. Waldwick advances to the sectional finals on Friday, where it will face either ninth-seeded Hopatcong or fourth-seeded Newton.
The game was tied 2-2 after regulation. Gabriela Scrivanich opened the scoring for Waldwick in the first half with assistance from Moran. Adalynn Incorvaia added a second-half goal, but Hawthorne battled back to force overtime.
The first overtime period ended scoreless before Lofaro’s winner in the second extra session.
Goalkeeper Julia Webster made 11 saves for Waldwick to secure the victory. Waldwick held a 40-21 advantage in shots on goal.
Scrivanich, Lofaro, and Incorvaia each finished with one goal for Waldwick, while Moran recorded two assists.