Wildcats put up battle but lose to Spartans / Soccer

Troubles continued for the Oak Harbor High School soccer team as it fell 3-0 to visiting Stanwood Wednesday, April 10.

“Another frustrating loss against an opponent we outplayed for most of the game,” Oak Harbor coach Jeff Laiblin said.

The Spartans took a 1-0 lead at the 10-minute mark on a penalty kick.

“We had a great chance to tie late in the half, but their keeper made an amazing save on a shot from Jayden Wallace,” Laiblin said. “The game stayed 1-0 for most of the game with their keeper making several saves.”

Stanwood (3-6-1, 4-7-1) punched in two “weak” goals late, according to Laiblin, to put the match away.

“I really feel for the players, because they are great young men that need a break to go their way for once,” Laiblin said.

Marysville-Pilchuck (7-1-1, 9-1-1) plays Oak Harbor (0-10, 0-12) at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at Wildcat Memorial Stadium.

Willaim Dylander heads the ball forward for the Wildcats.(Photo by John Fisken)

Willaim Dylander heads the ball forward for the Wildcats. (Photo by John Fisken)

Kanoa King takes possession for Oak Harbor.(Photo by John Fisken)

Kanoa King takes possession for Oak Harbor. (Photo by John Fisken)

Taiveyon Shaw goes on the attack for Oak Harbor.(Photo by John Fisken)

Taiveyon Shaw goes on the attack for Oak Harbor. (Photo by John Fisken)