VRHS Men’s Soccer State Semifinals

Well, the Vista Ridge Men’s soccer team did good this year - really good.  But they fell short last Friday night against Del Valle on a questionable call by the referee in the 2nd overtime period.  That gave Del Valle a PK which they made and lifted them to a 1-0 victory over the Rangers.   They went on the next day to win the state championship.  You hate to see an official’s call influence the outcome of such an important game, and evidently so did the UIL.  The official won’t be working another playoff game anytime soon.

But to argue over that call is to miss the incredible game that was played between both teams.  The final 2 may have played Saturday, but Friday night featured the 2 best teams in the state of Texas.   Both left everything they had on the field that night.  I’ve seen alot of soccer games, but I’ve never witnessed the level of play that Vista Ridge goalie Trey Ponce put on that evening.  Don’t get me wrong - the entire team played well, particularly the defense.  But Trey……well, let’s just say had I been a college scout for Auburn, he would have had a full ride scholoarship on his effort alone.  So while they boys didn’t win it all - they had a season they’ll all look back on in future years with alot of pride.

Game pictures are available for viewing at my website (click the picture above) but may not be downloaded, or printed.  They are owned by PhotoTexas under the contract they have with the UIL and may be purchased from their site at www.phototexas.com and clicking the UIL link.

VRHS Men’s Soccer reach State Final 4

The Vista Ridge Men’s soccer team advanced to the Texas state championship round Friday night as they defeated Canyon High 3-1 at Hays field. This is the 1st time in Vista Ridge soccer history that either the men’s or ladies’ team has advanced to the state tournament. Congratulations Rangers and good luck next weekend.

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