<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0owLrg_1H4NubT000" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0owLrg_1H4NubT000" width="828" height="1200" ><figcaption>Freshman Ashlyn Faherty dribbles through Tahanto defenders this fall | by Caden Crogan</figcaption></figure>HUDSON— Despite injuries and a heartbreaking 3-2 playoff loss to Bishop Fenwick, freshman twin sisters Ashlyn and Keira Faherty remain determined to pursue their dreams of playing professional soccer. With Ashlyn sidelined by a season-ending back injury and Keira returning from a broken collar bone, the sisters refuse to let setbacks stand in the way of their goals.During a game Sept. 15, Ashlyn Faherty sustained a stress fracture in her lower spine, in the lumbar vertebrae. She continued to play throughout the season, but after a game against Bromfield, her doctor decided to shut her down for the remainder of the season. Up to that point, Ashlyn had an impressive season for the Hawks, with 18 goals and six assists in six games, helping lead them to second place in the league and a 9-5-1 overall record.Keira sustained a broken collarbone in August during the preseason, causing her to miss much of the season. However, she was cleared to play Nov. 3, just in time for the Hawks to begin postseason play Nov. 6.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4avEwr_1H4NubT000" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4avEwr_1H4NubT000" width="1170" height="759" ><figcaption>Girls Soccer huddles up | by Caden Crogan</figcaption></figure>Soccer has always been a part of Ashlyn and Keira’s lives. They have played soccer since they were 3, and what they love most is getting to play with their friends while enjoying the sport they love.Throughout their soccer careers, the sisters have played alongside each other, building an unbreakable bond and connection on and off the field.“It’s a great experience. I have a lot of fun, knowing that we have a lot of chemistry together,” Ashlyn said about playing with her sister on varsity.“It’s great. I just feel like the two of us connect way more than anyone else on the field,” Keira said.When asked if there was anyone on the team they looked up to, Anna Iacobucci immediately came to mind for both sisters.“I would say Anna, because last year, she didn’t even play soccer, and now she’s back, and she’s doing really well this season. So I would just say that how she came back from those types of injuries was really hard and inspiring,” Ashlyn said.On senior night last year, Ashlyn and Keira shared a special moment when Ashlyn assisted on a goal scored by Keira in a big win for the Hawks.When Ashlyn was ruled out for the rest of the season, she said she wanted the team to work on its communication and passing, which she believed could improve its chances of making a playoff run. Keira said she was grateful to return to the field after missing much of the season and being unable to play alongside her sister.“I just want to get some moments with my team, since I haven’t played all year, so I’m just happy to play a couple games with them, at least,” Keira said.Even though Ashlyn was out for the postseason due to injury, she and Keira won’t let anything stand in the way of becoming the best players they can be, and they won’t stop working toward their goals.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4WtbIj_1H4NubT000" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4WtbIj_1H4NubT000" width="1170" height="1715" ><figcaption>Ashlyn Faherty | by Caden Crogan</figcaption></figure>The Hawks finished with a 10-7-1 record, earning the No. 24 seed in the Division 3 state tournament. They won their first-round game at home, 6-0, against Boston Latin Academy. In the Round of 32, Hudson fell to Bishop Fenwick 3-2 on Monday.Despite the disappointing postseason result, it was still a successful season for the Hawks. After winning just four games the year before, Hudson improved to 10 wins and earned a playoff berth in 2026. The future looks promising for the Hawks and the Faherty twins.“My overall goal is to just keep practicing to hopefully go pro. Make the highest teams and keep working towards that,” Ashlyn said.</div></body>

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HUDSON— Despite injuries and a heartbreaking 3-2 playoff loss to Bishop Fenwick, freshman twin sisters Ashlyn and Keira Faherty remain determined to pursue their dreams of playing professional soccer. With Ashlyn sidelined by a season-ending back injury and Keira returning from a broken collar bone, the sisters refuse to let setbacks stand in the way of their goals.

Faherty Twins Overcome Setbacks While Chasing Their Soccer Dreams

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HUDSON— Despite injuries and a heartbreaking 3-2 playoff loss to Bishop Fenwick, freshman twin sisters Ashlyn and Keira Faherty remain determined to pursue

Faherty Twins Overcome Setbacks While Chasing Their Soccer Dreams

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