Lila Hricko scored a goal for fifth-seeded West Essex in its 2-1 win against 12th-seeded Hackettstown in the first round of the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 2 Tournament in North Caldwell.

After a scoreless first half, West Essex outscored Hackettstown 2-1 in the second half.

Madelyn Schlosser scored a goal for West Essex. Jayla Walton and Makena Guzman each recorded an assist.

Leigha Gronau scored the lone goal for Hackettstown in the second half.

Marlo Derian and Riley Shaw combined to make nine saves for West Essex. Lily DeJesus made 12 saves for Hackettstown.

Hackettstown ends its season with a 7-8-3 record.

West Essex will face fourth-seeded Becton in the quarterfinal round on Saturday. Becton took down 13th-seeded Caldwell 3-1 in its first round matchup.

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