Menchville High School girls’ soccer now 7-0-1 after defeating Kecoughtan High School.
The Menchville Lady Monarchs got 8 goals from five different players, found the back of the net, and a firm grasp on first place in the Peninsula District with a 7-0-1 mark. Goals were made by Sydney Robertson, Megan Wilson, Caltlyn Hollis, Madlsyn Strange, Jaelyn Windham, and two assists by Sydney Robertson. They appear to be a real contender for the Class 4A Division, with the play-offs starting in approximately two weeks. Coach Johnson spoke with Coach Dennis Zollicoffer about his team chemistry and their big win.
In the boys game, Kecoughtan and Menchville tied in 2OT. Two top boys teams on the peninsula faced off on a Tuesday evening. Both teams played each other very tight. They battled to the end of regulation and through double overtime, but neither were able to score again. The match was a physical one that yielded more fouls than shots and featured over five yellow cards. Both teams displayed great sportsmanship at the end of the game as each player shook hands and congratulated each other on a hard played game.