BFHS soccer teams open with victories
Photos by Mandi Bateman Badgers senior Kyler Robles fights for ball possession in Saturday’s 3-0 victory over visiting Priest River
Photo by Mandi Bateman Tyler Beazer’s quick drive towards the opponent’s goal.
Photo by Mandi Bateman Senior Tyler Beazer makes a short pass to teammate, Junior Dakota Nielsen.
Dakota Nielsen sends a ball through the Priest River defense as Blake Copeland stands by to offer assistance if needed.
Photo by Mandi Bateman Kyler Roble makes an offensive run.
Photo by Mandi Bateman Tyler Beazer makes a breakaway towards the Priest River goalkeeper.
BONNERS FERRY — The Badgers boys soccer team had a great start to its 2017 season, opening with a 3-0 Intermountain League victory over visiting Priest River on Saturday, Aug. 19.
The game had a slow start, as the Spartans kept up with the tempo set by the Badgers. In the second half, the Badgers settled into their groove, finding their focus, and stepping up their individual performances.
“I was proud of our players and their efforts for our first official game playing as a team,” said Coach Wayne Wilkerson. “The seniors stepped up, as they normally do, and set the pace of the game showing determination and experience.”
Wilkerson said seniors Kyler Robles, Tyler Beazer and Pacen Pluid played a particularly strong opening game. With the makings of a strong team, the Badger boys are hoping for a successful season.