St. Joseph Defenders Defenders (St. Joseph, MO) fans went home in high spirits Monday as they observed their soccer squad triumph over the visiting New Hope Christian Phoenix (Smithville, MO), 9-1 in a league outing.

The Defenders (3-2) will now prepare for their outing against Heritage Christian (Topeka, KS). The Eagles go into the Midwest Christian outing with a 4-3 record.

Next, the Phoenix clash with the Cornerstone Family Saints (Topeka, KS) in a Midwest Christian game, on Friday, September 19. New Hope Christian will attempt to advance on its 0-5 season record. The Saints come into the game with a 2-7 record after their 8-2 league loss to Heritage Christian (Topeka, KS).