Raiders Win Regional Title!

In a thrilling week of playoff soccer, the #1 seeded Raiders were crowned Regional Champions. Outscoring their opponents 36 to 3 in an eight-game winning streak, the Raiders remain ranked third in the state. With a record of 21-2-2, the Raiders have won 16 out of their last 17 games and have recorded 15 shutouts for the season.
On Thursday, June 2nd, in the first regional game of the playoffs, the Belleville/New Glarus Raiders hosted the Edgerton Crimson Tide. Playing with finesse and teamwork, the Raiders took care of business. Capitalizing on possessions, consistently getting shots on goal and developing a rhythm with their passing, the Raiders frustrated their opponent. Senior defender Abbi Lahey scored twice for the Raiders, showcasing her ability to dribble through players from one end of the field to the other. Senior forward Vanessa Narveson continued her orchestrated attacks on the goal and secured two more scores for the Raiders. Also posting scores were Kalin O'Rourke, Brooke Larson, Brittany Kiefer, Taylor Legler, Sarah Marsh and Alex Nealis. The Raider defense dominated their side of the field and only allowed one shot on goal. The game was called in the 83rd minute as the Raiders were ahead by ten goals. Final: Raiders 10, Edgerton 0.
On Saturday, June 4th, the Raiders hosted the Monroe Cheesemakers in the final game of regionals. It was a festive atmosphere, with the bleachers packed full of Raider fans supporting the home team. In the 25th minute, Abbi Lahey scored the game-winning goal when her swift clean kick found the back of the net. The defense denied Monroe and their scoring attempts as the Raiders pulled out the victory. Final: Raiders 1, Monroe 0.
The Raiders will host a Sectional semifinal game on Thursday, June 9th, at 7:00 p.m., in Belleville. Please come out and support your Belleville/New Glarus Sugar River Raiders!