HINGHAM — No. 8 Longmeadow struggled to play well in the third quarter during the regular season.

The Lancers’ struggles in the frame came to the forefront on Friday in the Division II state quarterfinals against three-time reigning state champion, No. 1 Notre Dame Academy.

The Cougars scored seven of the quarter’s eight goals, going on a run that put the game away, 16-6. Molly Henshon scored a team-high two goals for Longmeadow.

“We’ve struggled with third quarters the whole season,” Longmeadow coach Kelly Gallo said. “Putting together 60 minutes is something we strive for. You have to give it to (Notre Dame Academy). They’re a really talented program. The fact we came out and played a great first half is what we can hang our hat on. Really proud of these girls. The third quarter was

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