Athletic Highlights - October 25, 2024
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Middle School Basketball Tryout Dates
Girls - Friday, Nov. 22 5:00-6:30pm and Saturday, Nov. 23 9:00-10:30am
Boys - Friday, Nov. 1 5:00-6:30pm and Tuesday, Nov. 26 12:00-1:30pm
*It's highly encouraged to attend both tryout dates, but it is not required.
Varsity Boys Soccer Wins Season Opener 2-0
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Middle School Basketball Tryout Dates
Girls - Friday, Nov. 22 5:00-6:30pm and Saturday, Nov. 23 9:00-10:30am
Boys - Friday, Nov. 1 5:00-6:30pm and Tuesday, Nov. 26 12:00-1:30pm
*It's highly encouraged to attend both tryout dates, but it is not required.
Varsity Boys Soccer Wins Season Opener 2-0
Our team put on a fantastic performance in last night's opening game, controlling the flow from start to finish. We created several scoring opportunities and executed both offensively and defensively. Smith Morris opened the scoring with an impressive individual effort, dribbling through multiple defenders before finding the back of the net. Not long after, Henry Rupert added to the lead with a well-placed shot that doubled our lead. In goal, Riley Bundren held strong with a first-half shutout and then showcased his versatility by creating several scoring chances as a striker in the second half. Holden Thomas stepped in for his debut appearance in goal for the second half, completing the shutout and helping secure the win.
Overall, it was a great way to kick off the season, with everyone contributing and putting in a solid performance. The energy and effort set a strong foundation for what's ahead!
Varsity Boys Soccer Beats BGA 6-3
Overall, the team worked well together and dominated the run of play for much of the match. However, in the final 10 minutes, we took our foot off the gas a bit and weren’t as aggressive to the ball, which led to conceding three late goals. There’s plenty to celebrate from this game, and we’ve got a few areas to focus on moving forward. Great job to everyone!
Harding Defeats Goodpasture in Opening Match of the Wrestling Season
The Harding varsity wrestling team opened the 2024 season with a victory over visiting Goodpasture on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 42-23. There were only 5 contested bouts in the varsity match and 8th graders Ben Lucas and Finn Castle both scored victories by pin for the Hawks. Also winning exhibition matches for the Hawks were Connor Gunnels '27 and Elliott Mangano '26. It was a great way to start the season...Go Hawks!
Wrestling Hawks Fall to Ensworth
The Harding varsity wrestling team traveled to Ensworth on Thursday, Oct. 24 for their second dual meet of the wrestling season. The Hawks fell to the Tigers with only 8th graders Ben Lucas and Finn Castle able to come away with victories, both by way of pins. 5th Grader John Bickerstaff was also able to score a pin in an exhibition match. The Hawks conclude the first week of competition with a 1-1 record.
Next week brings two more duals meets as Harding travels to Hendersonville to take on JP II on Tuesday, Oct. 29 and then hosts BGA on Wednesday, Oct. 30 in the Roberts Gymnasium. Go Hawks!!
Varsity Girls Soccer Opens Season vs. Pope Prep
Girls soccer fell in their season opener to Pope Prep 5-1 Wednesday night. Louisa Smith scored the first goal of the season to give the Hawks an early lead. Margaret Greathouse played her first game as goalie and had multiple saves in the net. The Hawks play again Monday, October 28 at home versus Valor at 4pm.
Varsity Boys Soccer Beats BGA 6-3
We played a solid game tonight, coming away with a 6-3 victory against BGA. There was plenty of back-and-forth action, but we controlled the flow of play and dominated the midfield, with our defense holding strong for most of the game. Smith Morris led the charge with two goals and two assists, while Henry Rupert added a goal from a well-taken penalty kick. Jackson Hall contributed a goal and an assist, and Riley Bundren had a standout game, scoring two goals, assisting on one, and even stopping a penalty kick as goalkeeper to keep them off the board. Riley Husbands also set up two of our goals with excellent assists. Avin Burditt was the steady hand on the defense tonight, clearing every ball that came near him. Elijah Westbrook was a physical force in the middle of the field, making his presence felt in key moments. Tennessee Toth and Rex Waddey were outstanding playing lock down defense, and helping generate attacks from the back line. Holden Thomas looked great, pulling double duty in midfield and reprising his role as goalkeeper.
Overall, the team worked well together and dominated the run of play for much of the match. However, in the final 10 minutes, we took our foot off the gas a bit and weren’t as aggressive to the ball, which led to conceding three late goals. There’s plenty to celebrate from this game, and we’ve got a few areas to focus on moving forward. Great job to everyone!
Harding Defeats Goodpasture in Opening Match of the Wrestling Season
The Harding varsity wrestling team opened the 2024 season with a victory over visiting Goodpasture on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 42-23. There were only 5 contested bouts in the varsity match and 8th graders Ben Lucas and Finn Castle both scored victories by pin for the Hawks. Also winning exhibition matches for the Hawks were Connor Gunnels '27 and Elliott Mangano '26. It was a great way to start the season...Go Hawks!
Wrestling Hawks Fall to Ensworth
The Harding varsity wrestling team traveled to Ensworth on Thursday, Oct. 24 for their second dual meet of the wrestling season. The Hawks fell to the Tigers with only 8th graders Ben Lucas and Finn Castle able to come away with victories, both by way of pins. 5th Grader John Bickerstaff was also able to score a pin in an exhibition match. The Hawks conclude the first week of competition with a 1-1 record.
Next week brings two more duals meets as Harding travels to Hendersonville to take on JP II on Tuesday, Oct. 29 and then hosts BGA on Wednesday, Oct. 30 in the Roberts Gymnasium. Go Hawks!!
Varsity Girls Soccer Opens Season vs. Pope Prep
Girls soccer fell in their season opener to Pope Prep 5-1 Wednesday night. Louisa Smith scored the first goal of the season to give the Hawks an early lead. Margaret Greathouse played her first game as goalie and had multiple saves in the net. The Hawks play again Monday, October 28 at home versus Valor at 4pm.
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