Ottawa lost against Sycamore back in September and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Pirates came up short against the Spartans, falling 3-0. While losing is never fun, Ottawa can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois soccer rankings (they are ranked 270th, while Sycamore are ranked 118th).
Ottawa has also been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-8 record this season. As for Sycamore, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 15-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ottawa will host Mendota at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Ottawa's defense better be ready for this one: Mendota have averaged an impressive 5.8 goals per game this season. As for Sycamore, they will be playing at home against Morris at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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