In a thrilling turn of events, Panther Creek High School secured an exciting and gritty win against the two-time state champion Celina Bobcats. Despite challenging weather conditions with heavy rain throughout much of the match, the Panthers' defense displayed resilience, successfully fending off Celina's relentless attacks.
Senior goalkeeper Conner Ansbro emerged as a standout performer, recording an impressive 21 saves and even contributing a goal herself with a well-executed penalty kick in extra time. The Panthers' Simi Rao, a senior, scored the final penalty kick that ultimately sealed the victory. The celebratory scene that followed saw Rao rushing back to her team, only to be joyously tackled by her teammates.
In just their second year as a program, this historic win against a two-time state champion marks a significant milestone in Panther Creek Girls Soccer history. While it's still early in the season, the Panthers' remarkable start sets a positive tone for the rest of their campaign.
Looking ahead, the Panthers face another substantial challenge as they prepare to host Anna on Wednesday, January 31st, at 7:30 pm. With the momentum from this impressive victory, Panther Creek is poised to build on their success and continue making waves in the season.
Game Summary
Goals:
⚽️ Ava Garvin (PK)
⚽️ Kenzie Ramirez (PK)
⚽️ Sydney Alcala (PK)
⚽️ Conner Ansbro (PK)
⚽️ Simi Rao (PK)
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