Soccer Game Preview: Highland vs. Jersey

The Highland Bulldogs will head out on the road to face off against the Jersey Panthers at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Highland's last three games have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.

Last Tuesday, Highland didn't have quite enough to beat Mascoutah and fell 2-1.

The Bulldogs' goal came courtesy of Payton Frey, who's now up to eight this season.

Meanwhile, after soaring to six goals the game before, Jersey was a bit more limited in their contest on Tuesday. They came up short against Civic Memorial, falling 6-0.

Highland's defeat dropped their record down to 5-3-1. As for Jersey, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-5-1 record this season.