Groton collects boys’ soccer win over West Central

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Dave Vilhauer
September 7, 2025

Groton’s Ethan Kroll, left, goes after the ball with St. Thomas More’s Charles Rangel, right, during a recent game at the NSU Pavilion. Kroll scored a goal in a win over West Central on Saturday afternoon. Photo by John Davis taken 8/23/2025

GROTON – Groton used a balanced attack to grab a 2-1 boys’ soccer victory over West Central on Saturday afternoon.

The Tigers received goals from Axel Abeln and Ethan Kroll, and assists from Ryder Schwan and Karson Zak.

Goalie Gage Sippel had a big game in net for the Tigers, finishing with 15 saves.

The Tigers, 5-1-1 on the season, play at Vermillion on Saturday.

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