Soccer Recap: Elkhart's Victory on Thursday Extends Winning Streak to Five

Elkhart's game on Thursday was all tied up 0-0 at the half, but luckily for them it didn't stay that way. Their defense stepped up to hand the Elkhart Christian Academy Eagles a 4-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for Elkhart, who have now won four matchups by three goals or more so far this season.

Elkhart's lineup was just a bit different on Thursday as Miguel Gallegos got a bit more time on the pitch (61 vs. his season average of 43.7). Gallegos made the most of the opportunity, scoring two goals A few more games like that and he might be seeing even more time going forward.

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Previous 5 Games

09/04/25 @ Elkhart Christian Academy	4-0
09/03/25 vs South Bend Washington	9-0
08/26/25 vs South Bend Adams	3-0
08/23/25 vs Hanover Central	2-0
08/23/25 vs Griffith	6-0

The victory (which was Elkhart's fifth in a row) raised their record to 5-2. Those wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they scored 24 goals over those five games. As for Elkhart Christian Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season.

Elkhart will look to defend their home pitch on Saturday against Northridge at 10:45 a.m. As for Elkhart Christian Academy, they will welcome New Prairie at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. Elkhart Christian Academy's defense better be ready for this one: New Prairie have averaged an impressive 4.8 goals per game this season.