The Jacksonville Maidens secured a 3-2 victory over the Anna Lady Coyotes in their playoff opener, showcasing resilience despite missing key players. A controversial disallowed goal by the Lady Coyotes kept the Maidens ahead late in the match. Jacksonville led 2-1 at halftime after a goal from Lauren Wade, followed by a second goal from Wade, before Anna scored from long range to narrow the gap.

By the Numbers
  • Jacksonville's record improves to 21-1.
  • Anna's last two goals both came from long distances, highlighting their striking capability.
State of Play
  • Jacksonville played without three starters due to injuries.
  • The Maidens will face strong competition in their next match against No. 3-ranked Frisco Wakeland.
What's Next

The Maidens are set to compete against an undefeated Frisco Wakeland team early next week, which promises to be a challenging match for Jacksonville.

Bottom Line

Jacksonville鈥檚 victory demonstrates their depth and determination, but they will need to elevate their game to overcome the formidable challenge posed by Frisco Wakeland in the next round.