The pursuit of glory continues for three local girls’ soccer programs that have patiently waited for the TSSAA state tournament to begin.
Getting in extra preparation after rain postponed the tournament a week, Signal Mountain and Girls Preparatory School look to repeat as Class A and Division II-AA champions with East Hamilton hoping to leave its mark in AA.
Due to a handful of early-season injuries combined with a tough schedule, Signal’s Lady Eagles overcame a 2-6 start and have won their last nine matches with a 68-6 goal differential. Their attack has been led by senior Camilla Mincey, who leads the area with 29 goals.
“Camilla is not just a scorer but a really good teammate,” Signal Mountain coach Richard Northcutt said. “She understands when to shoot and when to lay it off or cross. She plays her role the way it is supposed to be played. Her execution makes everything up front flow really smooth.”
Signal Mountain (13-7) kicks off against Madison Magnet (9-7-2) in the state quarterfinals tonight at 7:30 EST at the Richard Siegel Soccer Complex in Murfreesboro.