After a playoff run full of grit, growth, and big-time moments, East Bladen’s remarkable 2025 girls soccer season came to a close in a 5-4 heartbreaker against Wake Prep in the third round of the NCHSAA 1A East Playoffs. The Lady Eagles finish their season with an impressive 16-2-2 record, and while the scoreboard may not have tilted their way in the end, the impact left by this group — particularly the seniors — is far greater than a final score.

Weather delays, key injuries, and quick turnarounds would derail most teams. But for East Bladen’s girls soccer squad, those challenges have only brought them closer—and stronger. The Lady Eagles pushed through muddy conditions and back-to-back playoff matches within 24 hours this past week to secure wins over Rosewood (4-1) and Southern Wake Academy (4-0), improving to 16-1-2 overall and advancing to the third round of the NCHSAA 1A playoffs.

In a season already filled with highlights, Wednesday night added another memorable chapter for East Bladen girls soccer. The Lady Eagles defeated South Columbus 7-1 in non-conference play, improving to 14-1-2 overall and 11-1 in the Waccamaw Conference. But beyond the dominant win on the field, the night was marked by a major milestone for Head Coach Jay Raynor, who earned his 200th career win in NCHSAA girls soccer.

The East Bladen girls soccer team continued their impressive season Wednesday night with a 2-0 win over Midway in non-conference play. The Eagles improved to 13-1-2 on the season and maintained their strong 10-1 record in Waccamaw Conference competition.

In a challenging non-conference matchup Monday night, East Bladen’s girls soccer team showed their resilience, rallying from a two-goal deficit to earn a hard-fought 2-2 tie against Hoke County. The Lady Eagles, who now stand at 12-1-2 overall and remain 10-1 in Waccamaw Conference play, faced early adversity. Hoke County opened the scoring in the 20th minute and later benefited from an unfortunate own goal by East Bladen, putting the visitors in a 2-0 hole.

The East Bladen girls soccer team turned in two commanding performances this week, defeating Whiteville by identical 9-0 scores on both Monday and Wednesday in Waccamaw Conference action. The Lady Eagles improved to 12-1-1 overall and now hold a 10-1 mark in conference play, showcasing the kind of sharp teamwork and finishing touch that has defined their season.

East Bladen’s girls soccer team continued their strong run in Waccamaw Conference play, notching a 9-0 win over West Columbus Wednesday night to improve to 10-1-1 overall and 8-1 in conference action.

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The East Bladen girls soccer team delivered a statement win Wednesday night, rolling past South Columbus 6-1 in a spirited home performance

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