Manny Albarran (9) and Polk County will look to advance Friday in the state 1A boys soccer playoffs
Manny Albarran (9) and Polk County will look to advance Friday in the state 1A boys soccer playoffs

Polk to host Bishop McGuinness in boys soccer playoff battle

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Polk County will look to remain alive in the state 1A boys soccer playoffs Friday when the Wolverines host Bishop McGuiness for a third-round clash.

The match is set for 6 p.m. in G.M. Tennant Stadium. The winner moves on to a state quarterfinal meeting on Saturday with Bradford Prep.

The Villains (15-4-4) moved into Friday’s match with a 2-1 overtime win Tuesday at Avery. Bishop McGuinness is led by junior Dylan King, with 20 goals, and 19-goal scorers Leo Blacutt and Mahol Chom.

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