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Spartans Score 3 for Injured Teammate
27 Sep
Summary
- Mid Valley players scored three goals for injured teammate Ben Riggall.
- The team united to honor their captain, Ben Riggall, after his severe concussion.
- Opposing team West Scranton showed sportsmanship by awarding a goal.
Mid Valley Spartans achieved a significant 3-0 victory against Riverside in a boys soccer game, with the team dedicating their performance to injured captain Ben Riggall. Riggall sustained a severe concussion during a prior match, and the Spartans rallied around him, scoring three goals in his honor.
Jack Molitoris scored twice, and Ethan Johnson added a third goal for Mid Valley. The team's strong performance highlighted their "family mentality" and grit, especially after a scoreless first half. Riggall, who is recovering at home, had encouraged the team to play.
In a display of exceptional sportsmanship, the opposing team, West Scranton, had previously awarded Mid Valley a goal in their interrupted game when officials missed a score. This gesture underscored a moment where the shared concern for Riggall transcended the competition.
