The Kennewick Lions will take on the Hanford Falcons at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Things were looking good for Kennewick after they put the first goal on the board on Tuesday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. While the 3-3 score might suggest a draw, it was Walla Walla who was credited with the victory. The Blue Devils got it done in the shootout by posting three goals to Kennewick's one. The loss was a bit of a surprise, as Kennewick came into the contest with a sizable advantage in MaxPreps' Washington soccer rankings (they are ranked 65th, while Walla Walla are ranked 222nd).
Hanford is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Tuesday. They were a single goal away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of Hermiston. That's two games in a row now that Hanford have lost by just one goal.
Hanford's loss dropped their record down to 5-8. As for Kennewick, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 8-4.
Kennewick took their win against Hanford in their previous matchup back in March by a conclusive 3-0 score. Do the Lions have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Falcons turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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