Defense drives Ryle soccer

By James Weber • jweber@nky.com

UNION – Defense has been known to win championships. It is a big reason why the Ryle High School boys soccer team ended play Oct. 24 three games away from a state championship.

Defense wasn’t really needed Monday night as Ryle beat Russell 10-0 in a state round-of-16 game at Ryle. The game ended with nine minutes left on the clock because of the mercy rule.

“It’s a good way to go the elite eight,” senior Cole Willoughby said. “All of us distribute well. We all look for each other. At this point, that’s what it takes; everyone looking for their teammates.”

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