The Ozaukee/Random Lake girls soccer team fought back from a early deficit to edge Oostburg 2-1 in the WIAA Division 4 sectional final, guaranteeing the program its second consecutive appearance at the state tournament. The win underscores a remarkable turnaround for a squad that replaced more than half of its starters from the previous season.
A Team Forged by Change
Coach Matt Wilson praised the squad’s adaptability, noting that the new roster quickly gelled despite the loss of key veterans. He emphasized that the team’s chemistry and willingness to embrace new roles were central to their ability to compete at a high level.
At the heart of the breakthrough is sophomore Mya Schroeder, who joined the varsity lineup this year after focusing on club soccer as a freshman. Schroeder finished the season atop the state’s goal‑scoring charts with 52 tallies, adding two goals in the sectional final and contributing 13 assists.
Schroeder opened the scoring in the 25th minute when a cross‑bar deflection fell to her feet, and she sealed the victory in the 47th minute with a 25‑yard strike that left the Oostburg defense scrambling. Her leadership on the field has been described by Wilson as the kind of steady presence that elevates teammates around her.
The team’s journey now leads to Uihlein Soccer Park in Milwaukee, where they will meet the state’s top competition on June 19. The upcoming match offers a chance to showcase the resilience and depth that have defined their season, and fans are eager to see how the young stars will perform on the bigger stage.