Bowling Green, KY, September 26, 2025
News Summary
In a thrilling match, Izzi Willgruber scored the decisive overtime goal, leading Bowling Green to a 1-0 victory over Greenwood. This win ensured Bowling Green’s top seed in the District 14 Tournament. The sisters, Izzi and Zippi Willgruber, whose teamwork was showcased, played a crucial role as coach Lisa Correa praised their aggressiveness. With this victory, Bowling Green will face Warren Central next as they prepare for the upcoming tournament.
Bowling Green, KY – Izzi Willgruber scored the game-winning goal in overtime, leading Bowling Green to a thrilling 1-0 victory over district rival Greenwood at Drakes Creek Middle School on Thursday. This pivotal win secured Bowling Green’s position as the top seed in the upcoming District 14 Tournament.
The sisters, Izzi and Zippi Willgruber, have rehearsed game-winning scenarios in their backyard with their father, but in this crucial match, they played without him. The decisive moment came during overtime when Zippi executed a free kick from approximately 25 yards out, hitting the top of the net. The ball rebounded perfectly to Izzi, who was ready and poised to capitalize on the opportunity.
Throughout the match, Bowling Green’s coach, Lisa Correa, encouraged her team to aggressively pursue the net. The game remained scoreless after the first 80 minutes, leading to overtime, where the goal would be determined. Both teams struggled offensively in the first half, managing only five shots in total, with two on goal.
In the second half, Bowling Green intensified their offensive efforts, attempting several shots. Notably, one shot was saved by Greenwood’s goalkeeper, Laney Lockhart. Greenwood’s Caroline Drexel made a notable attempt in the 53rd minute, and her team maintained offensive pressure, ultimately recording five shots on goal in this period. As the match neared its end, it appeared both teams might settle for penalty kicks, but Izzi’s goal came with about three minutes left in the first overtime period.
Coach Correa praised her team’s aggressiveness and their ability to seize opportunities. Bowling Green concluded the match with eight total shots, four of which were on goal, while Greenwood tallied ten shots, six on goal. Bowling Green’s goalkeeper, Ella Wiesbrook, played a significant role in the victory, recording six saves and achieving her fourth shutout of the season, while Lockhart made three saves for Greenwood.
With this win, Bowling Green not only claimed the top seed for the District 14 Tournament but also prepared to face the four-seed Warren Central. Coach Correa noted the importance of this victory, especially in light of South Warren’s strong performance this season. Greenwood’s next challenge will be against South Warren in the first round of the district tournament.
The Lady Gators will host North Hardin at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, while Bowling Green is scheduled to host Central Hardin at 7 p.m. on Monday.
Key Match Statistics
| Team | Total Shots | Shots on Goal | Goalkeeper Saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green | 8 | 4 | 6 |
| Greenwood | 10 | 6 | 3 |
Upcoming Match Schedule
| Match | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Bowling Green vs Central Hardin | Monday at 7 p.m. |
| Greenwood vs South Warren | First Round of District Tournament |
| Lady Gators vs North Hardin | Wednesday at 6 p.m. |
FAQ
- Who scored the game-winning goal for Bowling Green?
- Izzi Willgruber scored the game-winning goal in overtime.
- What was the final score of the match?
- The final score was 1-0 in favor of Bowling Green.
- How did the game-winning goal occur?
- Zippi Willgruber took a free kick that struck the top of the net and rebounded to Izzi, who scored.
- What was the total number of shots for each team?
- Bowling Green finished with 8 total shots, while Greenwood had 10 total shots.
- When will Bowling Green face Warren Central?
- Bowling Green will face the four-seed Warren Central in the District 14 Tournament.
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Additional Resources
- BG Daily News: Lady Purples Slip Past Greenwood in OT
- Wikipedia: Overtime (Sports)
- BG Daily News: Willgruber Nets Winner
- Google Search: High School Soccer Results
- Wikipedia: Goalkeeper
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Google News: Bowling Green Lady Gators Soccer
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