The Avery County Vikings soccer team (Newland, NC), was overwhelmed 9-0 in Wednesday's league match with the host Owen Warhorses (Black Mountain, NC)

With the triumph, Owen moves its record to 5-3 on the campaign. The Warhorses travel to Hendersonville (Hendersonville, NC) to meet the Bearcats in a Western Highlands 2A/3A match on Wednesday, September 24. The Bearcats enter the battle with a record of 2-5.

Next up, the Vikings confront the North Wilkes Vikings (Hays, NC) in a non-league battle, on Friday, September 19. Avery County will attempt to upgrade on its 1-8 season record. The Vikings enter the battle with a 1-6 record after their 6-1 league win over East Wilkes (Ronda, NC).