The final day of the South Carolina girls soccer state championships delivered two contrasting narratives, each decided by the narrow margins that define elite competition.
A Penalty Shootout for the Ages
In the 5A DI title game, J.L. Mann and Wando traded blows through regulation and two overtimes before the match was settled by a sudden‑death penalty sequence.
Kneeland's strike in the second overtime, coming with just 90 seconds left on the clock, forced the deadlock and sent the contest to spot‑kicks, where Wando ultimately edged out a 2‑1 victory.
Chapin's Path to a Second Crown
The 5A DII final saw Chapin dominate from the outset, dismantling Eastside 4‑0 with a clinical display that underscored the team's depth and tactical discipline.
The shutout not only secured the program's second championship in school history but also highlighted the growing prominence of the squad within the state's soccer landscape.