The Crescent Valley Raiders didn't have quite enough to beat the North Eugene Highlanders on Tuesday and fell 2-1. While losing is never fun, Crescent Valley can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Oregon soccer rankings (they are ranked 89th, while North Eugene are ranked 16th).
Crescent Valley has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches. That's taken a bite out of their 1-5-2 record this season. As for North Eugene, their victory was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 7-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Crescent Valley will venture away from home to challenge Springfield at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The contest will give Crescent Valley their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for North Eugene, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Willamette at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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