The final whistle blew after five overtime periods, but the score remained locked at 1‑1. What followed was a penalty‑kick showdown that tested the nerves of every player on the Hoggard girls soccer side, turning a routine championship game into a test of endurance and composure.
Hoggard emerged from the match with a 19‑2‑1 record, having captured the 8A East title and ending a streak of eight regional championship defeats that stretched from 2012 through 2025. The victory marked the first time the program had broken through that barrier, underscoring the significance of the run.
Coach Schatz’s Pride
Coach Justin Schatz praised the effort of his players, acknowledging the pain of losing on penalty kicks while expressing deep pride in the team’s resilience and the historic milestone they achieved together.
The school’s athletic narrative does not end there. The boys lacrosse team is set to face Ardrey Kell in the 8A title game on Friday, adding another chapter to what has become one of the most successful athletic years in Hoggard’s program history.