East Paulding Girls Soccer vs Marietta 2/8/18 - Home Game

A maturing East Paulding Girls soccer team dropped a tough 2-1 decision to a strong Marietta team on Friday. East put the pressure on during the second half and freshman Lauren Gramling found the net in her second straight game to tie the score. Marietta went on to score the game-winner later in the half and East was not able to overcome a well-coached and skilled Marietta team.

Sliding for the ball. As a four-year Varsity starter, the Lady Raider's Lauren Bergevine (in black) continues her strong play all over the field. Here she executes a slide tackle to take the ball from the Marietta forward.Goals and Passes. High energy new-comer to East Paulding's soccer team, Lauren Gramling (6) passes away from the Marietta defender's pursuit. The offensive-minded Gramling scored East's lone goal of the match.Right-Turn. Sarah Guerrero, East Paulding's Sophomore Defender (in black with ball), controls the ball with a right turn away from trouble in order to maintain possession for East.Challenge Accepted. Freshman Olivia Glover (10) challenges Marietta for the ball with laser focus. Glover has been a pleasant surprise for the East Lady Raiders, logging significant playing time and quality play in East's first two matches.

Photo Credits: Russ Bergevine