Soccer Game Preview: Bradford Academy vs. Crossroads Christian

Bradford Academy is 1-6 against Crossroads Christian since March of 2023 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Archers will square off against the Colts at 4:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Bradford Academy took a loss when they played away from home on Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Thursday. While the 1-1 score might suggest a draw, it was the Archers who were credited with the victory. Bradford Academy got it done in the shootout by posting two goals to Lee Christian's zero.

Crossroads Christian's defense heads into the match hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Thursday. Everything went their way against Cape Fear Christian Academy as they made off with a 10-0 win. The victory continues a trend for Crossroads Christian in their matchups with Cape Fear Christian Academy: they've now won nine in a row.

Crossroads Christian's offense was hitting Cape Fear Christian Academy from everywhere, as five different players booted in a goal. Leanna Wimsatt led that balanced group of strikers and accounted for three goals all by herself.

Bradford Academy is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-4 record this season. As for Crossroads Christian, their win bumped their record up to 10-3.

Bradford Academy skirted past Crossroads Christian 1-0 when the teams last played two weeks ago. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Archers since the squad won't have the home-pitch advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.