Soccer Recap: Ballard Takes a Tough Playoff Loss

Ballard and Kent-Meridian squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but Ballard had to settle for second. While the 1-1 score might suggest a draw, it was the Royals who were credited with the victory. The Kent-Meridian Royals got it done in the shootout by posting four goals to the Ballard Beavers' two. Ballard were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Kent-Meridian apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.

This is the second loss in a row for Ballard and nudges their season record down to 9-6-3. As for Kent-Meridian, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 11-4-7.

Ballard does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Kent-Meridian, they will face off against Mercer Island at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mercer Island's last four contests have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.