Broncos girls to face Red Oak in playoffs

March 20, 2025

By Aries Ramos

The Belton Journal

The Lake Belton Broncos girls’ soccer team is gearing up for a thrilling Bi-District playoff game this Thursday as they face off against the Red Oak Hawks. This match comes after a strong finish to the regular season, as the Broncos hope to improve on last year’s early playoff exit and make a deeper run in the postseason.

After an up-and-down season, the Broncos rallied to finish with a 5-4-1 district record, earning them third place in District 19-5A. Their record was helped by a strong late push, with the team securing two wins in their final three district games. In the closing moments of the season, the Broncos tied the Waco University Trojans in a hard-fought 1-1 draw, which ultimately helped propel them into the playoff picture.

Despite the tie, the team showed great effort in its final stretch of games, proving it is ready for the challenges ahead. The Broncos’ 5-4-1 district record secured them a spot in the playoffs, where they now face the formidable Red Oak Hawks. The Hawks finished with an impressive 11-2-1 record in district play. The Hawks ended their season on a high note, going on a three-game win streak to close the regular season.

The Broncos’ matchup against Red Oak represents both a challenge and an opportunity. Last season, Lake Belton’s playoff run ended in the Bi-District round after a tough 4-2 loss to Lake Creek, and the team is determined to go further this year.

To make that dream a reality, the Broncos must bring their A-game against a Red Oak team that has shown both offensive firepower and defensive stability throughout the season.

As the game nears, both teams aim to keep their season alive. With both teams on a win streak, the match will be a back-and-forth affair that may come down to the final minutes of play.

The exact time of the game has yet to be announced, but it is scheduled for Thursday, March 20th. The match’s location has also yet to be announced.