Cristo Rey Cougar (Columbus, OH) boosters exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they witnessed their soccer team get by the visiting New Hope Christian Academy Statesmen (Circleville, OH), 1-0 in a non-league test.

With the triumph, Cristo Rey moves its record to 6-3 on the campaign. The Cougar host Patriot Prep Academy (Columbus, OH) to meet the Eagles in a United test on Thursday, September 26. The Eagles come into the test with a record of 1-1.

The Statesmen now sport a 1-4 record. They take the field next when they host Ohio Valley Christian for a non-league test on Friday, September 27.