Soccer Game Preview: First Academy vs. Mount Dora Christian Academy

The First Academy Eagles will challenge the Mount Dora Christian Academy Bulldogs at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Neither squad made it on the board the last time they hit the pitch, so they've probably got a bit of extra motivation.

First Academy saw some tournament action on Friday. While the 0-0 score might suggest a draw, it was All Saints' Academy who was credited with the victory. All Saints' Academy got it done in the shootout by posting four goals to First Academy's three.

Mount Dora Christian Academy is headed into Saturday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Friday. They came up short against Bell Creek Academy, falling 3-0.

Mount Dora Christian Academy now has a losing record at 5-6-1. As for First Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 6-4-2.

First Academy beat Mount Dora Christian Academy 3-1 in their previous meeting back in January of 2024. The rematch might be a little tougher for First 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.