Behrens and Page receive team Player of the Game honors, Volleyball splits two to start season

BY FRED KRONER
fred@mahometnews.com

The Spartans were held scoreless in their first two soccer matches of the season.

SJ-O salvaged a 0-0 tie in a road match on Monday against Oakwood/Salt Fork. Goalkeeper Mason Behrens, who earned team Player of the Game recognition, had seven saves.

On Tuesday, the Spartans were blanked by Hoopeston Area, 3-0.

SJ-O returns to action today in its home-opener, against Urbana Uni High.

Freshmen Will Page was got recognized by his coaches as Player of the Game for playing a full game without a defensive breakdown and supporting his teammates.

Volleyball

The Spartans dropped their season-opening match on Tuesday at home to Decatur St. Teresa, 23-25, 25-15, 25-21.

Kennedi Burnett landed 11 kills to go with two service aces for SJ-O. Teammate Katelyn Berry contributed 10 digs.

On Wednesday, SJ-O (1-1) overpowered Georgetown-Ridge Farm 25-8,25-2.

Emily Bigger had 18 assists.