A Night of Redemption in Savannah
The Hardeeville Hurricanes claimed their first SCHSL Class A Boys State Soccer championship on a rain‑soaked evening in Savannah, defeating the Dixie Hornets 3‑2 in a two‑period overtime.
Senior Fabian Ramirez opened the scoring with a first‑half penalty, but the Hornets answered midway through the second half with a spot‑kick that put them ahead 2‑1.
Kevin Lopez’s equaliser in the dying minutes forced the contest into sudden death, and the extra time unfolded with relentless pressure from both sides.
In the second overtime period, freshman Caden Mitchell found the net, sealing a 3‑2 victory and delivering the Hurricanes’ first state title in school history.
Head Coach Misael Garzon, who likened the team’s resolve to a line from the television series “The Wire,” praised the squad’s determination, while Mitchell described the moment as personal redemption for last year’s loss.
The win was celebrated by players, coaches, and fans alike, marking a historic milestone for Hardeeville soccer and underscoring the competitive spirit of the SCHSL.