The Newton girls soccer team secured a 2-1 victory over Boone on Thursday night at H.A. Lynn Stadium, turning a chilly spring evening into a celebration of senior talent.
Senior Night at H.A. Lynn Stadium
The match marked the final regular‑season appearance for five Cardinal seniors, each of whom stepped onto the pitch with the weight of a 7‑8‑1 record behind them.
Aliviah Ross opened the scoring at 33:24 in the first half, slipping a low strike past the Boone keeper to put Newton ahead.
Boone answered quickly, leveling the game at 14:33 before the break, but the Cardinals refused to surrender the lead.
Midway through the second half, sophomore forward Sophia Coady delivered a corner kick that found the back of the net at 34:52, restoring the advantage for Newton.
Merissa Schiebel capped the night with her second goal of the season, sealing a 2‑1 final margin and sparking cheers from a packed crowd.
Coach Susan Altemeier, watching from the sideline, said the performance gave her confidence as the team prepares for a class 2A Region 6 Quarterfinal showdown next Thursday.
With the win, Newton improves to 7‑8‑1, while Boone falls to 4‑8‑4, setting the stage for a rematch that could determine regional seeding.
The Cardinals will look to carry the momentum into the postseason, relying on the experience of their senior core and the fresh legs of players like Coady.