Marlin Bulldogs (Marlin, TX) supporters were pleased Friday as they observed their soccer team hold off the visiting Lorena Leopards (Lorena, TX), 1-0 in a league challenge.

Next, the Bulldogs confront the China Spring Cougars (China Spring, TX) in a 4A Region 3 District 17 challenge, on Tuesday, February 5. Marlin will attempt to move on its 3-6 season record. The Cougars enter the challenge with a 4-7 record after their 6-0 league win over Connally (Waco, TX).

The Leopards now possess a 2-4 record. They take the field next when they host Gatesville for a 4A Region 3 District 17 challenge on Tuesday, February 5. Lorena will confront a Hornets team coming off a 11-0 league win over Harmony School of Innovation (Beverly Hills, TX). The Hornets record now stands at 4-1.