Soccer Recap: Owen Valley's Losing Streak Snapped at Eight Games

By Team Reports Oct 5, 2024, 9:33am

Soccer Recap: Owen Valley vs. South Vermillion

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Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Owen Valley). Their defense stepped up to hand the South Vermillion Wildcats a 7-0 shutout on Saturday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Patriots as it put an end to their eight-game losing streak.

Their offense was hitting South Vermillion from everywhere, as six different players booted in a goal. Olivia Brinkmeier led that balanced group of strikers and accounted for two goals all by herself.

Owen Valley's win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-11. As for South Vermillion, their loss was their fifth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-10.

The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Owen Valley's road trip will continue as they head out to face Edgewood at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Edgewood's last four games have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for South Vermillion, they will take on Covington at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.

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