The Kimberly Papermakers secured a 1‑0 win over Appleton North in the girls soccer sectional semifinal, moving one step closer to the championship match.
Ashlyn Krueger found the back of the net in the 67th minute, delivering the solitary goal that proved enough for victory.
Entering the tournament as the No. 1 seed, the Papermakers now await the outcome of the other semifinal between Hudson and Wausau West, who will meet them in the final.
The sectional final is scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. at the University of Wisconsin‑Stevens Point campus, a venue that will host the decisive contest.
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Krueger’s strike came at a crucial juncture, shifting momentum in Kimberly’s favor and underscoring the team’s resilience in a tightly contested match.
The win reflects the Papermakers’ strong start to the season and reinforces their status as favorites heading into the upcoming final.