Soccer Game Preview: Hampton vs. Union Grove

Hampton hasn't had much luck against Union Grove recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. Hampton will welcome Union Grove at 7:30 p.m.

Hampton fell victim to McDonough and their airtight defense on Friday. They lost 5-0 to the Warhawks. That's two games in a row now that Hampton have lost by exactly five goals.

Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Union Grove, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Friday. While the 2-2 score might suggest a draw, it was Union Grove who was credited with the victory on Tuesday. Union Grove got it done in the shootout by posting three goals to Locust Grove's one. The win was some much needed relief for Union Grove as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.

Andrew Arnold and Aumkar Patel scored both of Union Grove's goals, bringing their combined season tally to five goals.

This is the second loss in a row for Hampton and nudges their season record down to 6-3. As for Union Grove, they pushed their record up to 7-3 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home.

Hampton suffered a grim 7-0 defeat to Union Grove in their previous meeting back in February of 2024. Will Hampton have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more soccer content.