Fresh off a second straight shut out win, the OSAA has taken notice of the Elmira boys soccer team 3-0 record, as well as their gaudy defensive accomplishments so far this season, rewarding them with a #8 ranking in 4A. In three matches, the Falcons have outscored their opponents a combined 11-1.
"I really do not put a lot of stock in early season rankings or predictions," said Head Coach Ryan Chambers in an email. "My goals week to week and game to game are really to just see improvement with ball movement, communication, passing accuracy, and defensive structure. So far, we are improving with those elements every game."
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| Riley Chambers moves the ball upfield in the Falcons' 4-1 home victory over North Bend. Photo: Kimberly Lillie |
Riley Chambers is leading a strong offensive charge early this season with 4 goals and 5 assists. Keegan Cook, Ethan Yost, and senior Mason Oilar have all contributed to the scoring. On the defensive side, coach Chambers sees potential as well.
"Paul Ossowski, Willito Farje, Jacob Admire and new goalie Captain Jaden Palmer are playing well together right now and I expect things to just keep getting stronger on the back line."
Changes in alignment means that the Falcons will have plenty of stern competition on their schedule as former 5A school Marist Catholic and Marshfield both move into the 4A Sky Em for soccer.
"There is potential for every team in our league to be pretty good," noted Chambers. "Every league game this year will be a battle for sure. I have confidence in our players to compete with every team in our league."
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| Falcon's Goalkeeper Jaden Palmer deflects a North Bend shot on goal during Elmira's 4-1 victory on August 28. Photo: Kimberly Lillie
The Falcon's look to go 4-0 Thursday September 6 as they host Banks with a 4:15 start time.
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