Soccer Game Preview: Hebron Christian vs. Athens Academy

The Hebron Christian Lions will square off against the Athens Academy Spartans at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Neither squad made it on the board the last time they hit the pitch, so they've probably got a bit of extra motivation.

While the 0-0 score might suggest a draw, it was Hebron Christian who was credited with the victory on Thursday. Hebron Christian got it done in the shootout by posting four goals to South Gwinnett's three. The Lions' winning goal came courtesy of Samuel Carlson.

Athens Academy can't be to happy about their upcoming road game considering what happened when they opened their season on the away from home on Friday. They came up short against Jackson County, falling 9-0.

Hebron Christian took their win against Athens Academy in their previous matchup back in February of 2024 by a conclusive 6-0. Does Hebron Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Athens Academy turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.