Soccer Game Preview: Mt. Pulaski vs. Blue Ridge/DeLand-Weldon

Mt. Pulaski is 0-9 against Blue Ridge/DeLand-Weldon since September of 2016 but things could change on Thursday. The Hilltoppers will look to defend their home pitch against the Knights at 4:30 p.m. Mt. Pulaski has given up an average of 4.8 goals per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Mt. Pulaski lost 8-1 to North Mac on Saturday.

Meanwhile, after soaring to five goals the game before, Blue Ridge/DeLand-Weldon was a bit more limited in their match on Monday. They fell just short of Hoopeston by a score of 2-1. The loss continues a trend for Blue Ridge/DeLand-Weldon in their meetings with Hoopeston: they've now lost six in a row.

Mt. Pulaski's defeat dropped their record down to 0-12. As for Blue Ridge/DeLand-Weldon, their loss dropped their record down to 3-7.

Mt. Pulaski suffered a grim 5-2 defeat to Blue Ridge/DeLand-Weldon when the teams last played back in October of 2024. Will the Hilltoppers 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.