Gull Lake edged Grand Rapids Christian 1-0 in the latest round of the Michigan High School Athletic Association girls soccer playoffs, securing a spot in the Regional 6 Finals. Ali Bates struck the decisive goal, assisted by Makayla Burkhardt, while goalkeeper Bella Carr preserved the lead with a clean sheet.
Regional Semifinals Highlights
Portage Central’s campaign ended in a 2-0 loss to Byron Center. Ashtyn Stuck opened the scoring in the first half, and Nora Leavitt doubled the lead just 45 seconds into the second period, leaving the Eagles without a regional final berth.
Kalamazoo Christian and Schoolcraft also advanced, joining Gull Lake as the remaining area representatives. Their successes contrasted with the early exits of Three Rivers and Vicksburg, whose seasons concluded sooner than many had hoped.