North Augusta’s boys’ soccer team clinched their spot in the third round of the Class AAAA playoffs with a 3-1 victory over Indian Land on Wednesday. The Jackets, who received a bye in the first round, dominated the game from start to finish, taking advantage of scoring opportunities and effectively shutting down Indian Land’s defense.
The match began with North Augusta scoring an early goal through senior Jack Stevens, setting the tone for the rest of the game. Indian Land fought hard to keep up with North Augusta, but their efforts were ultimately futile as they struggled to maintain possession throughout the match.
Justus Holden was instrumental in North Augusta’s defense, making several key saves to keep the Jackets in the game. His exceptional goalkeeping skills proved crucial as he kept Indian Land from scoring any additional goals.
Despite tying things up in the second half, Indian Land was unable to hold on to their momentum as North Augusta quickly regained possession and scored another goal through Gavin Rodriguez. The final minutes of the match saw North Augusta focus on ball control and playing strategically, which helped them secure a satisfying victory.
Head coach Brent DeGennaro praised his team’s performance, calling it one of their best finishes of the year. He highlighted the leadership of players like Stevens and Holden as key factors in their success both on and off the field. With their impressive performance, North Augusta moves forward in the playoffs with renewed confidence and determination to continue making history.
