Vernon Hills lost to New Trier back in September of 2021, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Vernon Hills Cougars sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 win over the New Trier Trevians. The victory was all the more spectacular given the Cougars' disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois soccer rankings (they are ranked 230th, while the Trevians are ranked 20th).
Vernon Hills' win bumped their record up to 5-10-1. As for New Trier, their defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 11-4-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Vernon Hills will take on Lake Forest at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for New Trier, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Lake Forest Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. New Trier's defense has only allowed 0.5 goals per game this season, so Lake Forest Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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