Bowling Green, September 19, 2025

News Summary

Bowling Green secured a strong 2-0 victory against Greenwood at ‘The Pit’ in a boys’ soccer district match. The game saw Bowling Green dominate offensively, outshooting Greenwood 8-3. Key players Barzilai Ruelas and Christian Ramirez provided the first goal, followed by a penalty kick converted by Paxton Arauz. This win puts Bowling Green in a strong position as they aim for district supremacy, while Greenwood’s recent winning streak comes to an end. Upcoming matches include Bowling Green facing South Warren next.

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Bowling Green defeated Greenwood 2-0 on Thursday at Bowling Green Junior High School, famously known as “The Pit,” in a boys’ soccer district match. The victory adds to Bowling Green’s successful season as they continued their pursuit of district supremacy.

The match remained scoreless through the first half, with Bowling Green showing a clear offensive advantage by outshooting Greenwood 8-3. Greenwood’s goalkeeper, Lennox Alexander, made notable contributions to his team’s efforts, including three saves, one of which was against a header from Byaombe Matendo.

In the second half, a breakthrough finally occurred nearly ten minutes in, when Bowling Green seniors Barzilai Ruelas and Christian Ramirez collaborated skillfully for the game’s first goal. Ruelas made an impactful run through the box before delivering a cross to Ramirez, who scored with a shot that nestled inside the left post. Post-game, Ramirez emphasized that their speed and frequent practice on 1 v 1s and 2 v 2s together played a crucial part in their success.

Bowling Green quickly followed up with a second goal after Ramirez’s, with Paxton Arauz earning and converting a penalty kick shortly thereafter, sealing the match at 2-0. This win ended Greenwood’s three-game winning streak and brought their record to 7-2 after starting the season with three losses. In light of their defeat, Greenwood’s coach pointed out two key mistakes: one was a long ball, and the other was conceding the penalty kick.

Bowling Green’s goalkeeper, Mason Malone, was instrumental in the match, recording five saves and successfully defending a crucial chance from Joe Padgett. Bowling Green’s coach conveyed his confidence in Malone and the robustness of the team’s defensive line.

Looking ahead, Greenwood will be competing on Saturday against Murray and Calloway County, while Bowling Green prepares to face district rival South Warren in their next match on Tuesday.

Key Match Statistics

Upcoming Matches

• Greenwood vs. Murray and Calloway County – Saturday
• Bowling Green vs. South Warren – Tuesday

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