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Princeton Today
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Morristown-Beard Defeats Princeton Day for 2nd Librera Cup Title
No. 1 Morristown-Beard bests No. 2 Princeton Day for third time this season to win the Librera Cup championship.
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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In a matchup of the top two girls hockey teams in New Jersey, No. 1 Morristown-Beard defeated No. 2 Princeton Day 3-1 to capture their second Librera Cup title and prevent Princeton Day from a three-peat. Morristown-Beard freshman Mekhi Fitzgerald scored late in the first period to give her team the lead, and the Crimson added two more goals in the second period to seal the victory.
Why it matters
This was the third time this season that Morristown-Beard defeated Princeton Day, cementing their status as the top girls hockey team in the state. The Librera Cup is a prestigious championship, and Morristown-Beard's victory denies Princeton Day's bid for a third straight title.
The details
Morristown-Beard outshot Princeton Day 35-12 in the game, with goaltender Hannah Mortazavi turning in a strong performance for the Crimson. After a scoreless first period, Morristown-Beard freshman Mekhi Fitzgerald scored with just 0.7 seconds left to give her team a 1-0 lead. The Crimson then added two more goals in the second period, from Reid Snyder and Sylie Sawale, to take a commanding 3-0 lead. Princeton Day's Layla Klapak scored the lone goal for the Panthers in the final minute of the third period.
- The game was played on Thursday, February 20, 2026.
- Morristown-Beard freshman Mekhi Fitzgerald scored with 0.7 seconds left in the first period to give the Crimson a 1-0 lead.
The players
Morristown-Beard
The No. 1 ranked girls hockey team in New Jersey, who defeated Princeton Day for the third time this season to win their second Librera Cup title.
Princeton Day
The No. 2 ranked girls hockey team in New Jersey, who were seeking their third straight Librera Cup championship but fell short against Morristown-Beard.
Mekhi Fitzgerald
A freshman for Morristown-Beard who scored the opening goal of the game with 0.7 seconds left in the first period.
Reid Snyder
A player for Morristown-Beard who scored one of the team's two second period goals.
Sylie Sawale
A player for Morristown-Beard who scored the team's other second period goal on the power play.
What they’re saying
“We knew coming in that Princeton Day was going to be a tough opponent, but our team was focused and executed our game plan perfectly. I'm so proud of how our girls played today to capture another Librera Cup title.”
— Head Coach (Jersey Sports Zone)
What’s next
Morristown-Beard will look to continue their dominant season and defend their Librera Cup title next year, while Princeton Day will aim to bounce back and reclaim the championship.
The takeaway
Morristown-Beard's victory over Princeton Day in the Librera Cup final solidifies their status as the top girls hockey team in New Jersey. The Crimson's ability to defeat their rivals three times this season shows their depth and consistency, and they will be the team to beat going forward.
