Pena’s Header Sends Polk to Regional Final

Pena’s header sends Polk to regional final

Erik Pena watched Polk County’s playoff-opening win last week from the sideline, a boot protecting his injured ankle and leaving him unsure whether he’d take the field again this season. The ankle still didn’t feel great Thursday night. But Pena’s head and heart? More than fine. The senior’s header with 12 minutes remaining proved the difference as the Wolverines edged Patton 2–1 in a 3A state quarterfinal at G.M. Tennant Stadium, sending Polk C…

Funez’s double sends Wallace-Rose Hill to regional championship

TEACHEY – With a chance to go the East Regional Championship on the line, the Bulldogs needed someone to step up for them, and that player was Felix Funez who scored two goals from outside the penalty box to defeat…