Soccer Game Preview: Locust Grove vs. Dove Science Academy

Locust Grove is 0-3 against Dove Science Academy since April of 2018 but things could change on Tuesday. The Pirates will host the Raptors at 7:00 p.m. Locust Grove will be strutting in after a victory while Dove Science Academy will be coming in after a defeat.

Locust Grove took a loss when they played away from home two weeks ago, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. Everything went their way against KIPP Tulsa University Prep as they made off with a 7-1 win. Zander Messer was a massive factor in the win as he booted in four goals all by himself.

Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for Dove Science Academy's offense. They came up short against Regent Prep on Friday, falling 9-0. The loss continues a trend for Dove Science Academy in their meetings with Regent Prep: they've now lost three in a row.

Locust Grove's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Dove Science Academy, they now also have a losing record of 1-2.

Locust Grove suffered a grim 8-2 defeat to Dove Science Academy in their previous meeting back in March of 2024. Can the Pirates avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.