Soccer Game Preview: Bayside vs. Ocean Lakes

Bayside is 0-6-1 against Ocean Lakes since May of 2016 but things could change on Friday. The Marlins will look to defend their home pitch against the Dolphins at 7:00 p.m. Neither squad made it on the board the last time they hit the pitch, so they've probably got a bit of extra motivation.

Tuesday just wasn't the day for Bayside's offense. They came up short against Kellam on Tuesday, falling 8-0. While losing is never fun, Bayside can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Virginia soccer rankings (they are ranked 93rd, while Kellam are ranked fourth).

Meanwhile, Ocean Lakes and Landstown finished up their matchup with a 0-0 draw on Tuesday.

Bayside's defeat dropped their record down to 5-4-5. Ocean Lakes' draw gives them a new season record of 9-3-2.

Bayside suffered a grim 6-0 defeat to Ocean Lakes in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Will the Marlins have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other soccer content.