Illinois High School Soccer - Althoff Catholic nudges Marquette Catholic
October 3, 2024: Belleville, IL 62226 Fans at Thursday's league battle between the Althoff Catholic Crusaders (Belleville, IL) and the visiting Marquette Catholic Explorers (Alton, IL), saw Althoff Catholic's soccer squad hold off Marquette Catholic by a count of 2-1.
The Crusaders (14-4) will now prepare for their battle against Maryville Christian (Maryville, IL). The Lions enter the Gateway Metro battle with a 10-5 record. In their last battle, Maryville Christian was edged by Father McGivney Catholic (Glen Carbon, IL), 6-0, in a league battle.
Next up, the Explorers battle the Columbia Eagles (Columbia, IL) in a non-league battle, on Monday, October 7. Marquette Catholic will attempt to upgrade on its 12-6 season record. The Eagles enter the battle with a 15-3 record after their 4-1 non-league win over Triad (Troy, IL).