Polk County’s junior varsity soccer team continued its impressive early-season form Monday, routing East Rutherford 6-1 to remain undefeated in its 2025 campaign.
The Wolverines (2-0-0) showcased their offensive firepower and defensive prowess throughout the matchup.
Tomas Santibanez opened the scoring for Polk County off an assist from Erik Ramirez Torres. Oakley Whiteside then took center stage, notching a pair of goals. Whiteside’s clinical finishing proved decisive as he consistently found space behind the Cavaliers’ defense.
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The Wolverines’ attacking display continued as Evan Marlow added to the scoresheet, maneuvering past multiple defenders before finding the back of the net in a one-on-one situation with the keeper. Whiteside struck again to notch the season’s first hat trick before Quevin Rodriguez rounded out the scoring with help from Santibanez, who turned provider after his earlier goal.
The Wolverines will look to maintain their perfect start on Wednesday, traveling to Patton.
