CLARKTON – The Bladenboro Middle boys’ and girls’ soccer teams remained unbeaten Monday with victories against Clarkton School of Discovery at Harold Ingram Field.
In the boys’ game, the Bulldogs (5-0) used shootout goals by Tyler Thurman, Joel Rojas and Josmar Rojas to win after the teams played to a 1-all draw in regulation. Rodrick Bellamy scored for Bladenboro off an assist from Keithan Russ for Bladenboro’s regulation goal. Clarkton’s goal came on a penalty kick by Chatham Rigsbee. The Blue Devils are 3-2.
In the girls’ game, Bladenboro (5-0) pulled away in the second half for a 5-1 win against Clarkton (0-5).
Ady Carroll had two goals for the Bulldogs, who have won 24 consecutive matches dating to 2022. Carly Rhodes, Sabria Cobb and Bella Hester each added a goal and Ashley Santos was credited with an assist. Kaylee Fisher, Trinity Dutcher and Liz Miller stood out on defense.
Boys’ Soccer: Emereau 1, Friends School 1
In Wilmington, the Aviators (5-2-1) played to a draw against Friends School. Cayden Smith scored the lone goal for Emereau and Colt Lewis had four saves.
Games postponed
The Elizabethtown at West Columbus boys’ and girls’ soccer games were postponed. No makeup date has been announced.
HIGH SCHOOL
Boys’ Soccer: St. Pauls 5, West Bladen 0
In St. Pauls, the Knights (3-6-1) were shut out in the non-conference match. West Bladen is scheduled to return to Southeastern Conference play on Wednesday at Red Springs.
MONDAY, SEPT. 22
HIGH SCHOOL
Boys’ Soccer
East Bladen 4, Union 3 (Game story)
St. Pauls 5, West Bladen 0
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Boys’ Soccer
Bladenboro 1, Clarkton 1 (Bladenboro wins PKs)
East Columbus at Tar Heel
Elizabethtown at West Columbus, postponed
Emereau 1, Friends School 1
Girls’ Soccer
Bladenboro 5, Clarkton 1
East Columbus at Tar Heel
Elizabethtown at West Columbus, postponed
TUESDAY, SEPT. 23
HIGH SCHOOL
Volleyball
East Bladen at Hobbton, JV 4 p.m., Varsity 5:30 p.m.
West Bladen at South Brunswick, JV 4:30 p.m., Varsity 6 p.m.
Girls’ Tennis
West Bladen at South Brunswick, 4 p.m.
Cross Country
East Bladen at North Duplin, 4 p.m.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Volleyball
Emereau at Harrells Christian, 4 p.m.
Soccer
East Columbus at Elizabethtown, Girls 4 p.m.; Boys 5:15 p.m.
Cape Fear Academy at Emereau, Boys 4 p.m.
RECREATION
5-6-Year-Old Soccer at Bladen County Park
Grizzlies vs. Sharks, 6 p.m.
Dynamos vs. Hornets, 6 p.m.
Mutiny vs. Titans, 7 p.m.
Lightning vs. Raptors, 7 p.m.
7-9-Year-Old Boys’ Soccer at Bladen County Park
Cosmos vs. Fury, 6 p.m.
Quakes vs. Timbers, 6 p.m.
Railhawks vs. Galaxy, 7 p.m.
Thunder vs. Revolution, 7 p.m.
7-9-Year-Old Girls’ Soccer at Bladen County Park
Burn vs. Fusion, 6 p.m.
Alliance vs. Arsenal, 7 p.m.
10-12-Year-Old Girls’ Soccer at Bladen County Park
Fire vs. Courage, 6 p.m.
Stars vs. Spirit, 7 p.m.
Golf
Southeastern Fellowship Golf Association at Lakewood Country Club, Salemburg, 9:30 a.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24
HIGH SCHOOL
Boys’ Soccer
East Bladen at Lakewood, 6 p.m.
West Bladen at Red Springs, 6 p.m.