Soccer Game Preview: Vinton-Shellsburg vs. Jesup

The Vinton-Shellsburg Vikings will look to take advantage of their home pitch for the first time this season as they take on the Jesup J-Hawks at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Vinton-Shellsburg's last three matchups have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.

Friday just wasn't the day for Vinton-Shellsburg's offense. They fell just short of Hudson by a score of 1-0 on Friday. That's two games in a row now that Vinton-Shellsburg have lost by just one goal.

Meanwhile, Jesup kept a clean sheet against Center Point-Urbana on Saturday. They came out on top against the Stormin' Pointers by a score of 2-0.

Vinton-Shellsburg dropped their record down to 0-3 with the loss, which was their third straight on the road. As for Jesup, they now have a winning record of 1-0-1.

Vinton-Shellsburg suffered a grim 5-1 defeat to Jesup in their previous matchup back in April of 2024. Will the Vikings 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.