While Joliet West didn't have the best season last year (they finished 7-13-3), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Oak Forest Bengals 2-1. The victory was nothing new for the Tigers as they're now sitting on three straight.
Jake Polacek and
Alexander Mendoza scored both of Joliet West's goals, bringing their combined season tally to five goals.
Joliet West's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Oak Forest, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.
Joliet West will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Plainfield North at 6:00 p.m. As for Oak Forest, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Blue Island Eisenhower at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Oak Forest's last five contests have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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