Richmond Red Devils continued their outstanding season by capturing the Metro Women's Soccer League Division One Cup with a 3-0 victory over the Abbotsford Breakers.
Coached by Mark and Mike Fletcher, the Richmond Girls Soccer Association affiliated team has not lost a game since mid-November.
The Red Devils scored after just 4 minutes on a terrific shot from Megan Talbot. Hilary Andow added to the lead in the 25th minute.
The Red Devils continued to dominate at the start of the second half but were soon under a lot of pressure. The Breakers were not going to lie down and concede the cup without a real fight for the title.
In the 65th minute, the Red Devils were given a penalty after Calais Morimoto was brought down in the box. Andow stepped up and gave the Abbotsford goalie little chance to save it.
The Richmond backline stood strong throughout, giving the Breakers very few scoring opportunities.
Red Devils keeper Katarina Luistro was given the MVP award which was well-deserved according to the coaches. Richmond concluded cup play having not surrendered a goal while scoring 16.
The team now looks forward to Provincial Cup playdowns. The roster also features: Kylie Blue, Jenn Booton, Elissa Borthwick, Crystal George, Danielle Hurst, Caitlyn Lee, Shawn Mercer, Taya Mitschke, Candice Oye, Justine Oye, Taylor Ross, Jennifer Selles, Danielle Slater, Linda Stutz, and Lauren Tasaka.
