There's no place like home for Lincoln, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Westmont Warriors 2-1. The victory was all the more spectacular given the Lions' disadvantage in MaxPreps' California soccer rankings (they are ranked 335th, while the Warriors are ranked 72nd).
The win got Lincoln back to even at 6-6-4. As for Westmont, they moved to 11-3 with that loss, which also ended their eight-game winning streak.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lincoln will venture away from home to face off against Branham at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. Lincoln is facing Branham at the right time seeing as Branham is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Westmont, they are taking a road trip to challenge Mt. Pleasant at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Mt. Pleasant's last five matches have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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