Central Bucks West set the tone immediately Thursday, scoring less than two minutes into its Suburban One League Colonial Division contest against North Penn.
The Bucks struck again shortly after, building a quick two-goal cushion that forced the Knights to chase the game early, according to a gameplay report by The Times Herald.
By halftime, West held a commanding 3–0 lead, capitalizing on its pressure and finishing chances in front of the cage. North Penn struggled to break through in the first half, generating some opportunities but unable to solve the Bucks’ defense and goalkeeper, according to the report.
The Knights finally gained traction after the break, cutting into the deficit with a pair of goals that showed their resilience. But West answered each push, maintaining a comfortable margin and never letting the lead dip below two.
The Bucks’ balance across their forward line and midfield transitions kept North Penn on its heels.
Laney Hall and her teammates said the fast start was key, noting that grabbing momentum so early made the difference, according to The Times Herald.
The Bucks closed out a 5–2 victory, keeping pace in the Colonial Division standings and handing the Knights another tough lesson in starting strong.CB West jumps ahead early, defeats North Penn in league matchup
