Birk Chaffee, Jacks' defense shuts the door; Bemidji nabs first-ever win over STMA
Aug. 27—BEMIDJI — Ashtin Wright needed a second chance. In the 57th minute, the Bemidji High School boys soccer team's junior forward had a golden chance to score the game's first goal against Section 8-3A foe St. Michael-Albertville. Tied 0-0 against a team the Lumberjacks had never beaten, with scoring chances few and far between, Wright needed to convert. But STMA keeper Eli Schmoyer had ...
Bemidji High School boys soccer team secured their first-ever win against Section 8-3A rival St. Michael-Albertville in a thrilling match. Junior forward Ashtin Wright scored the lone goal in the 59th minute, following a deflected shot. Senior goalkeeper Birk Chaffee contributed to the victory with a stellar performance, making eight crucial saves and recording his first clean sheet in varsity play.
The win marked a significant milestone for the Lumberjacks, who had never beaten STMA before. Head coach Jeff Mitchell, making his debut with the team, expressed pride in his players' efforts and their ability to hold their own against a strong opponent.
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