BCS gets first win of season
Boyd Christian School’s soccer team gave new head coach Gina Cleek her first victory Tuesday, downing DeKalb County 5-2 at the Lady Broncos’ home field.
The game was originally scheduled to be played in Smithville, but was moved to Boyd due to a DeKalb County Middle School football game.
The victory improved Boyd’s record to 1-1, and gave the Lady Broncos a 1-0 record in district play.
“The team came out much more unified during the first half,” Cleek said. “The offense played a more concentrated game, with much of the game down on DeKalb’s half of the field.
“Our defense stayed together and kept good formation, and the mid-field was solid. I was really proud of the on-the-field communication. Our older players have stepped up to leadership positions on the team, and just listening to the talk on the field indicates the girls are working together.”
After a scoreless first half, the Lady Broncos came out of the intermission aggressively, and lit up the scoreboard first on a penalty kick from Lyndsey King.
Jessica Hagar added a goal on a strong kick from the left side, and Emily Newby drove in from mid-field to post the Lady Broncos’ third score of the game. Victoria Woods drove in for another BCHS goal, and Jordan Cleek posted the final score with a drive from mid-field.
Goalkeeper Courtney Hard, turned in a strong performance, posting six saves.
“She had a great game,” Cleek said of her netminder. “She really got down on the ground for her saves.”
Cleek credited senior Jennifer Laxton with a large part of her team’s offensive success.
“She had 10 shots on goal, but her most important part in the game were the numerous assists, that set up our shot opportunities,” she said.
“I am so proud of the girls. They settled down quickly and played a solid game. The long hours that these girls have put into practice were so evident in their game play.”
DeKalb County’s goals came from Ashley Restrepo, who scored on a penalty kick, and Lulu Quezada, who scored late in the second half.
Boyd returns to action Saturday, as the team will take part in the Webb Invitational. Their next home game is set for Aug. 31, against Smith County.