Branford wins SCC field hockey title on Savannah Johnson's overtime goal

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Branford wins SCC field hockey title on Savannah Johnson's overtime goal
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Branford High claimed the SCC field hockey championship with a 2-1 victory over Daniel Hand on November 3, 2026. Savannah Johnson scored the decisive goal in double overtime after a tightly contested match. Branford took an early lead with a penalty stroke from Jessica Radziunas, but Hand equalized through a penalty stroke by Campbell Leckey. The Hornets' defense held strong throughout the game, allowing for their eventual overtime comeback. Branford, the defending Class M state champion and top seed, will face the winner of the Nonnewaug-E.O. Smith matchup in the quarterfinals of the state tournament.

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  • •Branford defeats Hand 2-1 in double overtime for SCC title
  • •Savannah Johnson scores the game-winning goal
  • •Jessica Radziunas opens the scoring with a penalty stroke
  • •Campbell Leckey equalizes for Hand with another penalty stroke
  • •Branford will host the winner of Nonnewaug-E.O. Smith in states.
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  • 6:06 AMYahoo Sports — Branford repeats as SCC field hockey champion on Savannah Johnson's double-OT goal
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Johnson worked past two defenders and the goalkeeper before putting the ball in the net for the game-winner.

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