Soccer Recap: Rocklin Gets the Win

Rocklin's game on Tuesday was all tied up 0-0 at the half, but luckily for them it didn't stay that way. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Folsom Bulldogs 2-1. Given the Thunder's advantage in MaxPreps' California soccer rankings (they are ranked 150th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 390th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.

Matthew Price, who's played more minutes than anyone else on the Rocklin squad sat out for Tuesday's game. With Price sidelined, Rocklin had to make some changes to the lineup. And.

Rocklin's win bumped their record up to 8-4-3. As for Folsom, they have also been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-7-3 record this season.

Rocklin will host Oak Ridge at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Rocklin's last three contests have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Folsom, they will venture away from home to take on Granite Bay at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday. Granite Bay's last seven games have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.