Shepard lost against Joliet West back in April of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Astros came up short against the Tigers, falling 9-0. While losing is never fun, Shepard can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois soccer rankings (they are ranked 356th, while Joliet West are ranked 78th).
Shepard has also been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-14-1 record this season. As for Joliet West, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 12-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shepard will host Joliet Central at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Joliet West, they will welcome Sandburg at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday. Joliet West are facing Sandburg at the right time seeing as Sandburg are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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