Despite a tough 0-8 loss against Leslie High School on October 1st, SHS showed improvement in key areas. SHS held nearly 47% possession, demonstrating their focus on controlling the game and maintaining composure with the ball. 

Throughout the match, SHS completed 77 successful passes with a solid 65% pass success rate, a clear sign of their improving ability to string passes across the midfield and defense. Their most consistent play came from the defense, where they completed 67% of their passes, a promising sign of their growing ability to build out of the back. 

While the team continues to work on their attacking transitions, it's evident that SHS is placing a strong emphasis on teamwork, ball movement, and structured play. As they refine their tactics and improve their passing accuracy, they remain committed to building a solid foundation for future matches. 

Though the scoreboard didn’t reflect it this time, the team is making strides in the right direction, and their focus on possession and passing will continue to pay dividends as they grow together as a unit.

Stockbridge Boys Soccer Continues to Show Improvement in Passing and Possession. 

Despite a 1-9 loss to Bath High School, the SHS Varsity Soccer team displayed promising development in their passing game. Although Bath had the upper hand in possession (56.4% to SHS’s 43.6%) and shots (18 to 1), SHS’s ability to maintain possession and attempt 272 passes shows growth.

One of the highlights for SHS was their improved midfield work, with 42% of their passes coming from the middle third. They completed 125 of their 272 passes, reflecting their ongoing effort to string together meaningful plays. SHS also created 12 passing strings of 3 to 5 passes, showing more consistency in moving the ball across the field.

While SHS’s longest passing sequence was 4 consecutive passes, their ability to focus on maintaining possession in key defensive and midfield areas has been a positive sign. With continued improvement and work on transitioning through the midfield, SHS is building a foundation for future success.

In their 5-1 loss to Onsted, Stockbridge once again demonstrated their growth as a team despite the challenging result. Stockbridge managed to create 16 shots compared to Onsted's 20, but the highlight was their passing game, where they completed an impressive 159 passes, an improvement from previous matches. Their passing success rate of 53% was solid, given the pressure from Onsted, who completed 246 passes at a 62% success rate.

Though Stockbridge held 44.3% of possession, they made the most of their opportunities, securing 7 corners and creating 9 crosses. Their longest passing string was 9 consecutive passes, showing their increasing ability to control the game. Stockbridge continued to improve, focusing on their team goals. Over the last 3 games, Stockbridge has set new benchmarks for passing. They increased their game total from 10 to 125 and improved against Onsted again, increasing their passing record to 159 total passes. This shows strong work in the midfield, where Stockbridge attempted 162 of their passes at a 50% success rate. 

Sophomore Koen Griffith snapped Stockbridge's 6-game-scoring drought by connecting on a free kick 30 yards out.  Stockbridge's ability to connect passes and build from the back showed steady progress. Although Onsted managed to capitalize on their opportunities, the Stockbridge squad is steadily improving and gaining confidence in their possession and passing game, laying a strong foundation for future success.

Despite a tough 8-0 loss to Pinckney High School, Stockbridge showed tremendous growth in their gameplay, particularly in passing. Stockbridge set a season record with 125 pass attempts, connecting on 51 of them. This marked a significant improvement from their previous high of 10 connected passes in a single game. The team demonstrated improved ball movement, maintaining a nearly even possession rate of 48.7% compared to Pinckney’s 51.3%. Stockbridge's transitions into attack (74) were also competitive with Pinckney (77). While they were outshot 36-4, the increased focus on controlled play and passing will provide a strong foundation for future games. 

Stockbridge continues to make strides in developing their style, and this game was a clear indication of their potential as they work to translate this improvement into future success.

In a challenging match, SHS faced a formidable opponent in EHS, who secured an 8-0 victory. While SHS was outmatched for much of the game, they showed clear improvement as the game progressed, particularly in building out from the back — a key focus for the team this season.

EHS controlled 58% of the possession, with sharp passing that totaled 165 completed passes at a 93% accuracy rate. SHS struggled to match EHS’s pace early on, completing 10 passes in the first half and lacking any attacking chances in the final third. However, SHS’s defense registered 8 tackles in the first half and 6 more in the second, showing resilience against the constant EHS pressure.

As the match went on, SHS began to settle into their game plan, improving their ability to play out from the back despite EHS's dominance. Although they failed to register a goal, SHS’s defensive discipline and determination showed promise, particularly with more sustained possession periods and more cohesive ball movement.

Despite the scoreline, SHS can take pride in their progress and will look to build on the positives as they continue to develop their playing style. EHS's finishing quality was the deciding factor, but SHS’s growth throughout the match points to a bright future.

The Stockbridge Varsity Boys Soccer team took on Northwest High School (NHS) in a challenging match, ultimately falling 3-0. Despite the scoreline, Stockbridge demonstrated significant improvement on the defensive end, showcasing remarkable effort and heart throughout the game. Senior Goalkeeper Collin Trost earned player of the game honors with 25 saves. 

Key Stats:

Possession: NHS controlled 59.5% of possession, while Stockbridge managed 40.5%.
Attacking Transitions: Stockbridge executed 83 attacking transitions compared to NHS's 97.
Shots: NHS took 51 shots, while Stockbridge managed 8. Though outnumbered, Stockbridge's defense held firm, preventing more goals despite the barrage.
Crosses and Corners: Stockbridge delivered 8 crosses and earned 2 corners, while NHS recorded 10 crosses and 7 corners.
Passes: Stockbridge attempted 108 passes with a success rate of 40%, whereas NHS completed 295 out of 370 passes, achieving an 80% success rate.

Defensive Analysis:

Stockbridge showed considerable progress in their defensive organization, managing to keep the game within reach despite being statistically dominated. The defense, led by sheer determination, managed to disrupt NHS’s rhythm, especially in the final third, making them work hard for their goals.

Passing Analysis:

SHS:
  - Total successful passes: 43
  - Pass success rate: 40%
  - Stockbridge struggled to establish sustained possession, with no recorded pass strings of 3 or more consecutive passes.

NHS:
  - Total successful passes: 295
  - Pass success rate: 80%
  - NHS successfully executed 55 pass strings, with an average string length of 4.1 passes.

While Stockbridge faced challenges, particularly in maintaining possession and creating offensive opportunities, the team’s defensive resilience and unwavering spirit kept the scoreline respectable. This performance, despite the statistical disadvantage, reflects the team’s growth and their commitment to improving with each match.

The Stockbridge Boys Varsity Soccer team faced Perry, Leslie, and Charlotte in a challenging tournament on Saturday. The team started strong, securing a win against Perry in a thrilling PK shootout. Stockbridge continued to play well in the second game against Charlotte but unfortunately conceded a late goal, resulting in a 1-0 loss. Despite having only 12 players, the team displayed remarkable endurance and resilience, pushing through to complete the tournament.

Stockbridge continues to show significant improvement with each game. Goal scorers for the tournament were Finn Coffman and Koen Griffith, each netting one goal. In the PK shootout, Ethan Bradley, Koen Griffith, Spencer Steinkraus, and Bradley Rowe all converted their penalties.

Goalkeeper Collin Trost had an outstanding performance, averaging over 10 saves per game throughout the tournament.

The Stockbridge Varsity Soccer team faced Quincy in a hard-fought match. Stockbridge started slow and found themselves down 2-0 by halftime. Stockbridge showed resilience and determination in the second half to rally back.

Senior Mateo Ortiz-Martinez led the charge, scoring a goal while also anchoring the defense. Junior Daniel Villegas created pressure that led to an own goal by a Quincy defender, bringing Stockbridge within one. Despite several late opportunities, Stockbridge couldn't find the equalizer, ultimately falling 2-3 to Quincy.

Game Summary: Stockbridge Varsity Boys vs. Dansville Varsity Boys

The Stockbridge Varsity Boys put up a valiant effort against Dansville, despite facing significant challenges throughout the match. Playing a man down from the start, Stockbridge displayed impressive resilience and determination, led by Senior Captain Ethan Bradley.

Sophomore Koen Griffith was a standout, scoring both goals for Stockbridge, showcasing his skill and tenacity. Senior Collin Trost was a wall in goal, recording 13 saves and keeping the team in the game despite the constant pressure. Senior Mateo Ortiz-Martinez also made a significant impact, providing 1 assist and making numerous impressive stops on defense. Sophomore Ashton Oversmith contributed with an assist as well.

Even with two injuries that left the team with just eight players on the field by the end, Stockbridge's grit and determination never broke. Though Dansville ultimately secured a 4-2 victory, the entire Stockbridge team played with heart and never gave up, proving their strong character and commitment to the game.