In a closely contested matchup, the Lake Belton JV Red soccer team fell to Salado High School, 1-0, in a game that was decided by a late goal. The match, held at Lake Belton’s home field, saw both teams locked in a defensive battle for much of the contest.

The first half ended in a scoreless tie, with neither team able to break through the opponent's solid defensive lines. Both goalkeepers were in top form, making crucial saves to keep the scoreboard untouched.

The second half saw increased intensity from both sides, with Lake Belton and Salado each pressing hard for a breakthrough. However, it was Salado High that managed to find the back of the net. With just 10 minutes left on the clock, Salado’s forward capitalized on a defensive lapse, slotting in the game-winning goal past Lake Belton's keeper.

Despite a late surge and several attempts to equalize, Lake Belton JV Red couldn’t find the net, resulting in a narrow defeat.The loss serves as a learning experience for the young Lake Belton squad, who will look to bounce back in their upcoming matches. The Lake Belton JV Red team will return to action tomorrow at 10AM against Legacy Ranch High School.