Texas High School Soccer - North Garland trounced by MacArthur
January 4, 2024: Garland, TX 75042 In Thursday's non-league game, the MacArthur Cardinals (Irving, TX) soccer squad overwhelmed the host North Garland Raiders (Garland, TX), by a final score of 7-0.
The Cardinals (1-0) will now prepare for their game against Irving (Irving, TX). The Tigers go into the 6A Region 1 District 7 game with a 1-1 record. In their last game, Irving nipped South Oak Cliff (Dallas, TX), 2-1, in a non-league game.
The Raiders (0-1) will now prepare for their game against North Mesquite (Mesquite, TX). The Stallions go into the non-league game with a 0-1 record.
Game Summary
The Lady Cardinals won their first game of the 21st Annual Judy Hammond Girls Soccer tournament with a 7-0 win over North Garland. Senior Melanie Centeno led the way with 3 goals. Junior Ana Cedeno scored 2 goals. Sophomores Kim Sosa and Lilybell Sanchez each scored one. The Lady Cardinals led 4-0 at the half and added the other 3 goals in 2nd half. Freshmen Goalkeeper Selena Pedraza recorded her first shutout of her career. Defense was led by Senior Hailey Watson. Next game will be against Irving High in round 2 of the tournament on Friday, Jan. 5th.
