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.
