The Central Fellowship Lancers secured their third consecutive GIAA Class 2A state championship, routing Westminster Christian 5‑0 in a match that underscored both offensive firepower and defensive discipline.
Star forward Lois Tanner, the daughter of head coach Teddy Tanner, was the catalyst, netting four goals — including a hat trick in the opening half — that put the Lancers firmly in control.
A Family Affair on the Pitch
Teddy Tanner, who also serves as the team’s coach, praised the squad’s chemistry, noting that the players’ communication and mutual support were as vital as their technical skill.
Senior midfielder Morgan Riley added the fifth goal from the penalty spot, a moment that highlighted the team’s willingness to step up when the game demanded it.
Between the lines, goalkeeper Emory Andrews made a series of key saves, routinely clearing Westminster’s advances and preserving the clean sheet.
The victory was not without its obstacles; torrential rain and lightning forced a postponement from Tuesday to Wednesday, adding a layer of urgency to the contest.
Lois Tanner later expressed pride in the team’s achievement, emphasizing how much she enjoys sharing the field with her teammates and the camaraderie that has defined their run.
Coach Tanner summed up the season’s narrative as one of experience, cohesion and relentless execution, qualities that have become hallmarks of the Lancers’ dominant style.