Aiken had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Their defense stepped up to hand the Midland Valley Mustangs a 5-0 shutout on Monday. Aiken's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last five games.
They hit Midland Valley with a three-pronged attack, as the team got scores from
Katie Slack (2),
Katie Burch (2), and
Margaret Clifford.
Aiken's win bumped their record up to 3-9. As for Midland Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 11 of their last 12 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-13-1 record this season.
Aiken will be playing at home against Airport at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Airport is strutting in with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 6.5 goals per game this season. As for Midland Valley, they will head out on the road to square off against Swansea at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Swansea will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Midland Valley surely won't give up without a fight.
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