The field hockey state championship games were filled with Carroll County representation as three teams took the field at Stevenson University on Saturday, each chasing the prize they had been pursuing since summer workouts.

Liberty opened the day by defeating Fallston, 6-1, to claim the Class 1A state title . In Classes 2A and 3A, Manchester Valley and Westminster fell short, marking the heartbreaking conclusion to two impressive seasons.

“This team has worked hard, every practice, every game, and they got better every step of the way,” Manchester Valley coach Jen Etzel said. “I genuinely feel like our season was a huge success. I’m so proud of my girls.”

Etzel began her second stint with the program this season, taking the helm of the defending 2A state champions. Questions lingered

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