A Turnaround on the Pitch
The Benzie Central boys soccer team erased a recent setback with a commanding 8‑1 win over Lakeview on August 28, 2026, snapping a 1‑0 loss from two days earlier and moving their record to 3‑2.
Offensive spark came from Tyler McNeil, who netted three goals and added two assists, while Wyatt Jaquish contributed a goal and Eagon Chandler converted a penalty kick that helped push the lead to 2‑0.
The early scoring burst continued when Declan Downs found the net, extending the advantage to 3‑0 before Joey Abeyta, assisted by Kian Fay, added his own marker before McNeil closed out the match with the final three goals.
Coach’s Praise for Teamwork
Head coach Dan Deets highlighted the squad’s cohesion and defensive solidity, noting that the team’s collective effort was as important as the individual brilliance on display.
Looking ahead, the Huskies will host Shelby at 5 p.m. on September 1, 2026, before welcoming Suttons Bay at 5:30 p.m. on September 3, giving the club a chance to build momentum on home turf.
With a balanced attack and a defense that limited Lakeview to a single goal, the team appears poised to climb higher in the standings as the season progresses.