The Freedom Patriots soccer team (Morganton, NC), was tipped 1-0 in Monday's league match with the visiting Alexander Central Cougars (Taylorsville, NC)

With the triumph, Alexander Central moves its record to 9-4 on the campaign. The Cougars host South Caldwell (Hudson, NC) to meet the Spartans in a Northwestern 6A/7A battle on Wednesday, October 8. The Spartans enter the battle with a record of 3-6. South Caldwell won 4-1 in their recent league battle against St. Stephens (Hickory, NC)

Next up, the Patriots confront the McDowell Titans (Marion, NC) in a Northwestern 6A/7A battle, on Wednesday, October 8. Freedom will attempt to improve on its 3-11 season record. The Titans enter the battle with a 5-4 record after their 4-0 league loss to Watauga (Boone, NC).