As we open a new season today, I thought I’d share this video produced by Hillcrest Hornet player Michael Freeman, who is also a member of the national award winning HTVmagazine staff.
A Ref’s Life — “Despite a lack of encouragement, the refs still work hard.”
Let’s treat everyone, the players, the coaches and the refs, with respect.
Hillcrest Hornets – 5
Central Bulldogs – 4
The Hornets got four goals from Bryce Collier and one from Michael Freeman in the win. The Bulldogs stormed back from a 5-2 deficit at half time to make it close and much more interesting.
Bolivar Liberators – 2 (PKs)
Nixa Eagles – 1
The Eagles scored first, via a set play, and hold the lead into the second half. Bolivar ties it off a corner kick, finished by Kyle Shoemaker (#3). Pk’s made by Kyle “Toad” Slagle (#31), Bradley Stillwagon (#9), and Mitchell Waters (#2)
Crocker hosts Linn
Branson hosts Rogersville (from 9/2)
Bolivar Liberators – 2
Hillcrest Hornets – 1
Elation for the Liberators as Bradley Stillwagon (pictured in white, defended by Radu Mariuta) scores 2 goals in the final 3 minutes of regulation to defeat the Hornets. The Hornet’s took the lead in the 53rd on some brilliant combination play, with Ballhorn winning not one, but two 50/50 balls, a quick no look pass into the path of Bryce Collier who’s run and shot was deflected, with Michael Freeman following the play and finishing the rebound.
The initial goal by Stillwagon was from Kyle Slagle’s free kick from the left side, headed down and deflected past the keeper off of a defender in the 77th. In the 78th, a long flip throw by sophomore Matt Magana gave Stillwagon a second opportunity he finished confidently. The assist by Magana gave him 35 in 1 1/2 years and ties the career record at Bolivar.
Cassville Wildcats – 3
New Covenant Warriors – 0
These two teams met September 6th, with the Wildcats earning a close 3-2 win after which the Warriors ran off a string of 8 straight wins until losing by a goal to Warrensburg last week. So there was plenty of pride at stake in this burgeoning rivalry. The difference today was the play of goalkeeper Michael Rush (pictured, stopping Jeremy Weimer) who stopped anything that came into his box today, regardless of the hazards. The Wildcats got a pair of goals from Uziel Franco, one of the top forwards in the region, as well as a PK goal by Omar Valenzuela.
Monett Cubs – 4
Webb City Cardinals – 2 (at halftime)
Saturday’s schedule has Bolivar vs Cassville as well as Hillcrest vs NCA at 8:00 am. At 10:00 am Willard vs Monett and Logan-Rogersville vs Webb City (I”m guessing on these last two, based upon the half time score of the Cubs vs Cardinals). 3rd place game at noon, Championship at 2:00 pm.
Springfield Catholic – 3
West Plains Zizzers – 0
Camdenton Lakers – 5 (OT)
Hannibal Pirates – 4
The Lakers got the game winner 30 seconds into 1st OT
Fulton Hornets – 1
Sullivan - 0
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Parkview Vikings – 3
Nixa Eagles – 0
Jared Moore scores a hat trick in the first half to lead the Vikings past their District rivals. Tim Griffin assisted on all 3 goals.
Glendale Falcons – 2 (in PKs)
Morton (IL) -1
From the Gateway City Soccer Classic. The Falcons win via sudden death penalty kicks after 1-1 tie in regulation. 1st half dominated by Morton who led 1-0 at half. Glendale comes out with more intensity second half to tie on a Devon Newport goal.
Central vs Warrensburg
Greenwood Blue Jays – 8
Logan-Rogersville Wildcats – 0
Greenwood goals were scored by Chris Aiken (2), Stuart Beezley (3), Matt Cook and Brad Cook (2). Assists credited to Chris Aiken, Stuart Beezley, Patrick Connor and Matt Cook (2)
Branson Pirates – 2
Neosho Wildcats – 1
The Branson Pirates broke through on their home field for the first time on Monday. A 2-1 victory over a very fast Neosho team earned the Pirates their first COC win and their first on field victory at John E. Chase stadium. The Pirates scored first mid way through the first half on a rebound goal by Koda Sorenson (5) setup by a great cross from the right wing, flicked on by Carlos Luevano. Neosho answered late in the first half with a well executed corner. Tied one one at halftime the Pirates came out
with an energy that lasted the entire second half.
The game winner came off the foot of Freshman Juan Navarro 20 minutes into the second half on a
counter set up by Austin Paynes long run up the wing. Neosho had the wind that continued to pick up and pressured the Pirate defense but solid short passing and another stellar performance by goalkeeper James Huffman along with team play withstood the assault leaving the Pirates with their 4th victory of the season. The Pirates are now 4-8, 1-1 in the Central Ozark Conference.
Hillcrest Hornets – 6
Ozark Tigers – 3
The Hornet’s won their 5th game of the season Monday after The Tiger’s struck first. The Hornets came back with 3 goals while giving up another to finish the first half with a 3-2 lead. 3 more goals for the Hornet’s put the game beyond reach for the Tiger’s who got the last goal of the night with about 15 minutes left. In addition to being their 5th win of the season. it was Hillcrest’s first ever victory over Ozark. Hornet’s goals were scored by Bryce Collier (3), Michael Freeman (2) and Cody Wallace. Ozark goals scored by x, #10 and #5.
Nixa hosts Rogersville
Hillcrest Hornets – 5
Rogersville Wildcats – 1
The Wildcats took the initial lead in this game until the Hornets turned it up a notch. Bryce Collier tied the game enroute to scoring a pair of goals, Mitch Easter got the game-winner and Michael Freeman and Ben Ballhorn added goals as well. Midfielder Wes Bird scored for the Wildcats.
Bolivar Liberators – 3
Branson Pirates – 0
Dakota Smith, Kyle Slagle and Bradley Stillwagon scored for the Liberators. Dale Baker recorded his third shutout of the season.
Catholic Fightin’ Irish – 5
West Plains Zizzers – 0
Glendale Falcons – 2
North KC Hornets – 1
Graham Basecke and Cameron Dugan each scored for the Falcons, assisted in both cases by Devon Newport. Glendale will now play in the Final of the KS-MO Challenge on Saturday against either SM East or Blue Valley North. Game time is 6:00 pm which is too early to see the Wizards vs Galaxy match at 4pm. Too bad boys…
Joplin Eagles – 9
Monett Cubs – 2
Carl Junction Bulldogs – 2
Webb City Cardinals – 1
