Soccer Game Preview: Bradford Prep vs. Highland Tech

The Bradford Prep Bears will head out on the road to face off against the Highland Tech Rams at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Highland Tech took a loss in their last match and will be looking to turn the tables on Bradford Prep, who comes in off a win.

Bradford Prep is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Monday. They were the clear victors by a 7-0 margin over North Rowan. Madi Wetzel was a massive factor in the win as she booted in three goals all by herself.

Meanwhile, Highland Tech fought the good fight in their overtime matchup against East Gaston on Tuesday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Warriors by a score of 3-2. Highland Tech's loss signaled the end of their eight-game winning streak.

Highland Tech's defeat dropped their record down to 15-5. As for Bradford Prep, their victory bumped their record up to 7-9.

Bradford Prep beat Highland Tech by a goal when the teams last played back in May of 2023, winning 2-1. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Bears since the squad won't have the home-pitch advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.