Soccer Recap: Covington Comes Up Short

Covington and Brighton combined for 24 shots on goal on Tuesday, which explains the impressive seven total goals scored. The Chargers came up short against the Cardinals, falling 6-1. The loss continues a trend for Covington in their meetings with Brighton: they've now lost three in a row.

Covington's goal came courtesy of Jack Segars, who's now up to five this season.

Covington's defeat was their first in the district, dropping their district record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 6-3-1. As for Brighton, their win bumped their record up to 12-2.

Coming up, Covington will challenge South Gibson at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Covington's defense better be ready for this one: South Gibson have averaged an impressive 4.2 goals per game this season. As for Brighton, they will take on Dyer County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Brighton will be up against Dyer County's rather soft defense (which has allowed 4.75 goals per match), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.