East Bay opened its home schedule in emphatic fashion Sunday night at Portsmouth Abbey, jumping out to a commanding early lead en route to a 9-4 win over Greater Cranston Co-Op.

The home team wasted no time setting the tone, pouring in five goals in the opening period to take a 5-1 advantage. East Bay continued its offensive onslaught in the second, adding three more goals to extend the lead to 8-1 heading into the final frame.

Greater Cranston showed fight in the third period, scoring three goals, but the deficit proved too steep to overcome.

Zoe Kelsey, Addy M and May Waluk each found the back of the net twice to lead East Bay’s balanced attack. Ruby Turgeon anchored the playmaking with a team-high three assists.

Sonja Vaage, Audrey May and Sydney Olson also scored for East Bay, which dominated possession throughout the contest, outshooting Greater Cranston 39-15.

All photos by Justin Walker/What’sUpNewp.

Justin Walker is a Newport County native who specializes in sports, portraits, weddings and events as a freelance photographer around New England. Justin has over a decade of experience starting in college covering high profile events, collegiate and professional sports in Washington, D.C. His photojournalism and freelance work can be seen in various local and national publications. Check out his work at justinlwalkerphotography.com!