Beloit, OH -- When West Branch and Alliance meet on the pitch, you can always expect a competitive battle, and Tuesday night's clash at Clinton Heacock
Stadium delivered exactly that. The Warriors and Aviators traded punches in an intense, physical contest that saw both teams accumulate multiple yellow cards and each receive a red card before West Branch emerged with a 2-1 EBC victory.
The Warriors struck first when senior captain Gavin Clemens found the back of the net, giving West Branch an early advantage. Alliance answered back to level the match, setting up a tense second half where every possession mattered.
With the game hanging in the balance, freshman Michael McCartney stepped up in the clutch. The young freshman broke the deadlock with a composed finish past the Alliance keeper, proving that big moments don't intimidate the Warriors' newest contributors.
Junior goalkeeper Lance Myers was steady between the posts, making three important saves to preserve the victory and improve West Branch to 7-2 on the season.
What's Next: The Warriors return home Saturday to host Beaver Local at 12:15 PM, looking to continue their success.
