Hershey Trojans Boys Soccer defeats Manheim Central Barons in District Quarter Finals

Madeline Smith, Mallory Gillespie, and Ava Sheppard
November 3, 2021

The Hershey Trojans defeated the Barons of Manheim Central with a score of 3-2 on Thursday, October 28th, 2021 at Hershey High School.

Hershey’s first goal was scored early by senior captain Ben Zimmer. Manheim answered quickly by scoring to bring the game to 1-1.

With 15 minutes left in the first half senior Drew Coleman scored and Hershey regained the lead.

The Trojans had the majority of possession for the remainder of the first. At halftime the score remained 2-1.

The Trojans continued to dominate in possession in the second half and earned multiple corner kicks. Despite the Trojans possession the Barons caused chaos in Hershey’s box and scored, tying the game at 2-2.

With 7 minutes left in the game the Trojans took back the lead with a goal from Ben ZImmer, his second of the match.

“It was a tough game but we pulled through,” said Zimmer, “…we are ready for the semi finals on Monday.”

The final score was 3-2 confirming the Trojan’s spot in the district semi-final game. The Trojans next game is Monday, November 1st, against Fleetwood High School at home.

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About the Writers

Madeline Smith, Video Editor

Maddie Smith is a Video Editor for the Broadcaster. She is a Junior at Hershey High School and this is her second year on the Broadcaster staff. Maddie...

Mallory Gillespie, Video Editor

Mallory Gillespie is a video editor for the Broadcaster. She is a junior at Hershey High School and a second year member at the Broadcaster. Mallory also...

Ava Sheppard, Lead Layout Designer

Ava Sheppard is the head layout designer for the broadcaster. She is a senior at Hershey High School and has been a part of the broadcaster for three...