The Morning After: Bladenboro Extends Streak to 23, Emereau is 5-2-1

Emereau Soccer vs. Friends School

ELIZABETHTOWN, NC — Emereau took the field against Friends School and walked away with a 1-1 draw.

Cayden Smith provided the scoring touch for Emereau, while goalkeeper Colt Lewis stood tall in net with four saves to keep the game even.

The draw moves Emereau’s season record to 5-2-1, continuing what has been a strong campaign so far.

Tar Heel vs. East Columbus Middle

TAR HEEL, NC — It was a strong showing for Tar Heel School on both the boys’ and girls’ soccer fields against East Columbus Middle.

In the boys’ match, defense was the storyline as neither side could find much room to attack.

Tar Heel managed to capitalize on one of their few chances and held firm the rest of the way, earning a 1-0 victory.

The girls’ contest saw Tar Heel turn up the pressure early and sustain it throughout.

Controlling possession and limiting East Columbus’ opportunities, Tar Heel built a steady lead and closed out a 3-0 win to complete the sweep.

Bladenboro vs. Clarkton Soccer

BLADENBORO, NC — The game between Bladenboro and Clarkton delivered plenty of excitement Monday night.

Boys

The boys’ game ended 1-1 in regulation after Bladenboro struck first. Rodrick Bellamy set up Keithan Russ for the lone goal in open play.

Clarkton answered back when they earned a penalty kick, converting to level the score.

With the game heading to a shootout, Bladenboro found its composure.

Tyler Thurman, Joel Rojas, and Josmar Rojas each buried their chances, giving Bladenboro a 3-1 advantage in penalties and the hard-fought win.

Girls

On the girls’ side, Bladenboro extended a remarkable run of success, earning their 23rd straight victory dating back to 2022 with a 5-1 win.

The Bulldogs built a 2-1 lead at halftime, then pulled away in the second half.

Ady Carroll led the scoring with two goals, while Carley Rhodes, Sabria Cobb, and Bella Hester each added one.

Ashley Santos contributed an assist to the attack.

Clarkton’s lone goal came on a penalty kick by Trinity Davis, but the Bladenboro defense, anchored by Kaylee Fisher, Trinity Dutcher, and Liz Miller, shut down any hopes of a comeback.

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The Morning After: Bladenboro Extends Streak to 23, Emereau is 5-2-1