The Union Grove High School girls soccer team’s campaign concluded on a chilly evening when a 3‑1 scoreboard showed a loss to Monona Grove in the WIAA Division 2 regional final.
Finishing the year with an 11‑5‑3 record, the Broncos secured second place in the Southern Lakes Conference and demonstrated a capacity to compete despite a roster plagued by injuries.
Coach Sean Jung pointed to the early goal conceded as a moment when focus slipped, noting that Monona Grove’s aggressive style set the tone early in the match.
Midfielder Natalie Hammes, who has been a vocal leader throughout the season, praised the team’s perseverance, saying the players “kept fighting even when the odds were stacked against us.”
Looking Ahead
The Broncos’ coaching staff and players alike are already charting a path forward, emphasizing offseason training, depth at attacking positions, and the continuity of a culture that values teamwork over individual accolades.
Makenzie Roman, Monona Grove’s goalkeeper, earned MVP honors for her commanding presence between the posts, a performance that helped her side advance to the sectional semifinals against DeForest.
DeForest, riding a 1‑0 upset over No. 2 seed Waukesha West, now awaits the next challenge, while Union Grove looks to build on the lessons learned and return stronger next year.