June 2023 | Vol. 17 Iss. 06
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DCHS head soccer coach Joe Baca said that his team this year was determined to improve on its state quarterfinal appearance a year ago. The Soaring Eagle squad not only bettered that finish, this time they hoisted the 3A state trophy after a 1-0 win over Morgan at America First Field in Sandy May 12. “It was a lot of work by everyone before and then all throughout the season,” Baca said. “Even to the end we as coaches were up late studying and preparing for our opponents to see where we could exploit and take advantage.” Senior Hauroa Morgant, who put in the eventual winning goal from about 30 yards out over a wall of four Trojan defenders midway through the first half, said, “It feels really good. We worked so hard for it. It’s time to celebrate.” Baca said that while the journey and title were a team effort, the play of junior center back Adam Green was key in the deciding game. “Adam hustled his tail off and made some crucial plays on some of their offensive attacks,” Baca said, also noting five saves by junior goalkeeper Indra Suarjana, including one with three seconds left in the game. “Indra just booted their attempt away calmly as if it was nothing.” The Soaring Eagle squad began the year with nine straight wins—outscoring their opponents 51 to 1—and a Continued page 7
The Juan Diego Catholic High School boys soccer team won the 3A state championship with a 1-0 victory over Morgan May 12. (Photo courtesy Kelli Rasmussen)
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