The Bulldogs traveled to Franklin Community High School for a non-conference match losing 3-2 on Saturday Afternoon.
The game was delayed a bit and the boys had to endure the heat. @37.11 Justin Puente played a diagonal ball from the midfield to Michael Ripperger on the left wing which was dribbled to goal and nicely placed to the right Back netting. The dogs had to play a defensive game against the skilled opponent. A second goal for Batesville arrived @7:25 left on the clock. Ripperger dribbled down the flank, cut back nicely, and placed the ball far post.
Second half started out with a 2 goal lead, but Franklin Community came back hard and we struggled to keep defensive shape. @23:30 a corner kick was finished with a header to the net. Around 7:00 left on the clock, a goal to tie the score came from a crossed ball headed in. @4:26 a ball was deflected off Keeper, Nate Slavin and followed up with a goal. Slavin managed to save 10/13 shots on target. Batesville loses 3-2.
Courtesy of Bulldogs Coach Kyle Hunteman.