HOPE Academy was the 3-2 winner over Liberty Preparatory Christian when they last played one another back in October of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The HOPE Academy Royals came up short against the Liberty Preparatory Christian Patriots on Tuesday, falling 5-1. One reason for the loss might be the Royals' aggressive play style: Tucker McAteer and Asher Patalak were both handed yellow cards.
HOPE Academy's goal came courtesy of
Eli Budgick, who's now up to three this season.
HOPE Academy's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 4-3-1. As for Liberty Preparatory Christian, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. HOPE Academy's road trip will continue as they head out to face Fletcher on Tuesday. As for Liberty Preparatory Christian, they will face off against NorthPoint Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. NorthPoint Christian Academy is coming into the game with three straight losses at home, meaning Liberty Preparatory Christian will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.
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