Preview: Wendover vs. Merit Preparatory Academy
The Wendover Wildcats will be playing in front of their home fans against the Merit Preparatory Academy Knights at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are closely ranked in Utah (Wendover is ranked 93rd, while Merit Preparatory Academy is ranked 90th).
Wendover was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell victim to a rough 8-0 loss at the hands of Wasatch Academy. Having soared to a lofty four goals in the game before, Wendover's shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Merit Preparatory Academy has not done well against Wasatch Academy recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. Merit Preparatory Academy was the clear victor by a 4-1 margin over Wasatch Academy. The win was just what Merit Preparatory Academy needed coming off of a 5-2 defeat in their prior match.
They hit Wasatch Academy with a three-pronged attack, as the team got scores from
Erick Bedolla (2),
Ailton Herrera, and
Jason Vasquez.
Wendover's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Merit Preparatory Academy, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
Wendover suffered a grim 8-0 defeat to Merit Preparatory Academy in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Will Wendover have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more soccer content.
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