Soccer Game Preview: Northside Methodist Academy vs. Ariton

The Northside Methodist Academy Knights will kick their season off against the Ariton Purple Cats on Thursday. Kickoff is scheduled at 5:30 p.m.

Ariton made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Eufaula, but still couldn't quite topple them. Everything went Ariton's way against Eufaula on Tuesday as Ariton made off with a 5-2 win.

Ariton's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2.

As for Northside Methodist Academy, they've got a clean slate this season. Last year, they finished on the right side of .500 (9-7), and they're hoping to kick off an even more successful campaign this year.

Northside Methodist Academy took their win against Ariton in their previous matchup back in March of 2024 by a conclusive 10-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Northside Methodist Academy since the team won't have the home-pitch advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.