Spartanburg Day's game on Friday was all tied up 1-1 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. While the 2-2 score might suggest a draw, it was the First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest Crusaders who were credited with the win. The First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest Crusaders got it done in the shootout by posting three goals to the Spartanburg Day Griffins' one. The loss was a bit of a surprise, as Spartanburg Day came into the game with a sizable advantage in MaxPreps' South Carolina soccer rankings (they are ranked 108th, while First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest is ranked 284th).
Kaytlin McJimpsey and
Grace Becker scored both of Spartanburg Day's goals, bringing their combined season tally to nine goals.
This is the second loss in a row for Spartanburg Day and nudges their season record down to 6-5. As for First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest, their victory bumped their record up to 2-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Spartanburg Day will take on Spartanburg Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Spartanburg Christian Academy is coming into the matchup with seven straight wins on the road, so Spartanburg Day will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest, they will look to defend their home pitch on Tuesday against Greenwood Christian at 5:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest's last three 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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