Aviators rally to defeat Eagles 2-1 in boys soccer match

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

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The Ascend Leadership Academy Aviators overcame an early goal to defeat the Central Carolina Academy Eagles 2-1 on October 1 at Lee County Athletic Park. The Eagles took the lead with a goal from Patrick Pierce, but Landon Dartt equalized shortly after. Jayden Matthews scored just before halftime to secure the victory for the Aviators. Both teams struggled in the second half with strong defensive play. The Aviators had a few opportunities to extend their lead but could not find the net again, while the Eagles pushed for an equalizer but were unable to convert their chances.

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  • •Aviators hosted Eagles at Lee County Athletic Park.
  • •Eagles led 1-0 before Aviators scored twice.
  • •Matthews netted the decisive goal just before halftime.
  • •Aviators goalkeeper Adam Mohammmed made eight saves.
  • •Eagles' head coach noted tight conference standings.
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The Ascend Leadership Academy Aviators hosted cross-town rival Central Carolina Academy in a boys soccer match at Lee County Athletic Park, rallying from an early deficit to earn a 2-1 victory. “The intensity from both teams was at 11 the whole game. Just as a coach, that frightens you a little bit when the other team’s coming so intensely, but as a spectator and as a competitor, you love to ...

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