Alton had to kick off their season on the road on Wednesday, but they showed no ill effects. While the 2-2 score might suggest a draw, it was the Redbirds who were credited with the win. The Alton Redbirds got it done in the shootout by posting four goals to the Marion Wildcats's two. Alton's winning goal came courtesy of Mason McNelly.
Alton wasted no time getting back out on the pitch and has already played their next contest, a 4-1 victory against Duchesne on the 30th. As for Marion, they have also already played their next game, a 6-2 win against Civic Memorial on the 30th.
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