Fairmont High School’s boys soccer team secured its second consecutive Division I district championship on Saturday, Oct. 31, defeating Beavercreek 1-0 at Bellbrook High School. The decisive victory came courtesy of a crucial goal from Weaver, which was preserved by standout defensive heroics from Dewald. This win not only capped a strong tournament run but also served as immediate redemption for the Firebirds, who had previously fallen to the Greater Western Ohio Conference champions during the regular season.
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Head coach Neil Craft emphasized that the team’s mental preparation began days prior to the match, citing an overtime win against Little Miami in the tournament opener as the catalyst for their focus. “It was on our mind,” Craft noted, acknowledging that several bounces had gone against them in the earlier loss while the team was not at full strength. However, that setback placed the squad in the right headspace to execute with precision against Beavercreek, allowing them to overcome the pressure of facing a top-tier opponent in a high-stakes district final.
With the 1-0 victory, Fairmont improved its season record to 11-5-3 and advanced to the regional semifinals. The Firebirds will face Walnut Hills, who defeated Centerville 2-0 on Saturday, in a matchup of double-digit seeds. The contest is scheduled for Wednesday at Wright State University, where both teams aim to extend their postseason runs and prove their resilience on the state’s biggest stage.
Source: Yahoo Sports
