Soccer Preview: University Christian vs. Statesville Christian
University Christian has been away from home for three games now, but on Tuesday they'll finally make their return. They will host the Statesville Christian Lions at 5:00 p.m. The two teams are at an even 5-5 against one another since September of 2019, but likely not for long.
University Christian's offense might be in the hot seat on Tuesday considering what happened against Davidson Day two weeks ago. They lost 8-0 to the Patriots. While losing is never fun, the Barracudas can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina soccer rankings (they are ranked 426th, while the Patriots are ranked 117th).
Meanwhile, after failing to score in their last game, Statesville Christian made sure to put some goals up on the board against Salem Baptist Christian on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 10-1 margin over the Vikings. Jackson Cline was a massive factor in the win as he booted in three goals all by himself.
University Christian's loss was their fifth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Statesville Christian, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
University Christian suffered a grim 7-0 defeat to Statesville Christian in their previous meeting back in October of 2023. Can University Christian avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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