Lisle came tearing into Tuesday's contest with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 2.8 goals) and they left with even more momentum. They skirted past the Joliet Catholic Hilltoppers 2-1. Given the Lions' advantage in MaxPreps' Illinois soccer rankings (they are ranked 110th, while the Hilltoppers are ranked 323rd), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Liam Waggoner and
Frankie Zifcak scored both of Lisle's goals, bringing their combined season tally to 11 goals.
Lisle's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 7-1. As for Joliet Catholic, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6-2 record this season.
Lisle will venture away from home to square off against Herscher at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Joliet Catholic, they will challenge Nazareth Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Joliet Catholic's last four 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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