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Seeking a Repeat: Flower Mound Marcus Girls Soccer Ready for Playoffs
After bringing the title home last season, the Flower Mound Marcus Lady Marauders have been focusing their energy into creating another great season for the program. As they gear up to break into the playoffs, VYPE DFW takes a look at their season so far and what fans can expect as they battle forward:
Regular Season Play
Starting their season off with several strong victories over tough opponents, the Lady Marauders showcased their ability to remain at the top. Opening the season with two big victories over Arlington Martin (3-0) and Midlothian (5-0), the team knew they had what it took to take down big opponents. Through non-district play, athletes like Bry Russell, Aubrey Tipton, Dylan Howard, Ella Dunn, Savannah Wylie, Emma Fioretti, and others helped sharpen the program's skill on the field while taking down the likes of Montverde Academy (4-0), Midland (8-0), Harlingen (5-0), and more.
Despite opening district play with two losses and a draw, the team was able to dust off and prepare to continue their season with resiliency and a focused spirit. Posting necessary victories over Plano West (2-0), Plano (5-0), Plano East (7-1), Lewisville (7-0), and others, the Lady Marauders finished fourth in their district standings with a 7-4-3 district record (13-6-4 overall). Securing a playoff spot, the team knew the had to prepare for excellence into the postseason.
What's Ahead
The team is focused on their first playoff game this season as they gear up to take on a tough Allen squad. Given their strong start against formidable opponents and their ability to rally after hard-fought moments, the Lady Marauders are poised to bring a high level of resilience and strategic gameplay into the game against Allen. The team's depth and versatility is a testament to their capacity to secure decisive victories proving that the Lady Marauders are well-prepared to contend with the pressure and intensity that define their upcoming playoff match.
Scheduled to get underway at 6 p.m., the team will face Allen at McKinney ISD Stadium on Monday, March 25.
UIL State Semifinals: DFW Girls 4A soccer
As the UIL State Tournament kicks off, plenty of teams are fighting for their chance to hoist the championship trophy at the end of the weekend. As the UIL Class 4A girls gear up to play their respective state semifinal matchups, VYPE DFW takes a look at the two DFW-area teams that have made a name for themselves this season and are still in the running toward the championship!
Celina Lady Bobcats (27-0, 10-0)
