In Thursday's league battle, the host Loyola Academy Ramblers soccer squad scored a close 3-1 triumph over the Fenwick Friars.

The Ramblers (3-5) will now prepare for their battle against Brother Rice (Chicago, IL). The Crusaders come into the Chicago Catholic battle with a 4-8 record. In their last battle, Brother Rice by St. Laurence (Burbank, IL), 1-0, in a league battle.

The Friars (5-6) will now prepare for their battle against York (Elmhurst, IL). The Dukes come into the non-league battle with a 8-0 record. In their last battle, York nudged Neuqua Valley (Naperville, IL), 4-0, in a non-league battle.