(Story by Coach Lance Harvey)
     The Chillicothe soccer team suffered a disappointing loss to Kirksville on Friday, dropping a 1-0 decision to the Lady Tigers. The Lady Hornets made some defensive adjustments from Wednesday's game and those pad off as they were able to hold Kirksville scoreless for the entire first half. Goalkeeper Cyrsten Lollar had some key saves and the young defensive lineup communicated well together.
     Offensively, Chilli put together some nice opportunities, but were unable to capitalize with a goal. The two evenly matched teams remained in a scoreless tie until the 65 minute when a defensive breakdown in the midfield allowed one of Kirksville's players to make almost a full length run to goal. Lollar made a valiant effort at the save but was unable to prevent the goal. Coach Harvey stated" It shows what happens when you stop playing defense in the midfield. It really puts our defense in a tough position."
     "We played fairly well tonight and I was proud of the girls We'll keep working hard and we'll improve" Players of note were midfielders Jozie Reeter and Brooke Thomas and the defensive play of Bailey Fox, Sam Baldwin, Hallee Jones and Carley Anderson.