Banks Braves Girls Soccer 1-0 Valley Catholic

A single goal was all Banks needed Wednesday as the Braves girls soccer team held off Valley Catholic 1-0 in Coastal Range League (3A) action in Banks, Oregon. The shutout victory moves Banks to 6-2 overall and 3-1 in conference play, keeping the Braves firmly in the mix as the league race heats up in October. Valley Catholic came in as a capable opponent, but Banks made the most of their opportunities and kept a clean sheet on the defensive end, which has been a hallmark of their season. Playing at home gave the Braves an added boost in what turned out to be a tight, competitive match that could have gone either way. Earning league wins in one-goal games speaks to the grit this group has shown all fall. Banks will look to carry that momentum forward as they continue conference play later this week, with the standings continuing to tighten across the Coastal Range League.