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An 18‑0 high school soccer victory by Edwardsville over Springfield Southeast sparked criticism, but the coach's handling of the game reveals a broader conversation about competitive balance and athlete growth.
Edwardsville’s women’s soccer team rolled past Springfield Southeast 18‑0, with twelve players finding the net and Dylan Cohn delivering her first career hat trick. The victory advances the Tigers to face Belleville West, a rematch of a regular‑season sweep, as they aim for their ninth consecutive regional title.
SIUE head coach Brian Barone announced the hiring of alum Jacob Whitehead, whose four‑year stint at Ole Miss culminated in victories over top‑ranked teams and a Sweet 16 run, as the program’s new assistant.
Alton’s defense stifled Belleville East 5‑0 on Thursday, and the day also featured wins by Edwardsville, Jersey, Father McGivney, Roxana, Staunton, Southwestern and Calhoun, highlighting a dominant conference slate.
SIUE junior first baseman Ryan Niedzwiedz earns his second Baseball America Team of the Week honor after a record‑breaking series, propelling the Cougars to a key OVC lead.