Washington High School girls soccer cruised to a convincing home victory over Owensville on Thursday, April 16.

The Lady Jays scored early and often, netting seven goals in the first half, and posted an 8-0 victory. The game ended with just over two minutes elapsed in the second half due to the eight-goal mercy rule.

It was senior night, where all four of Washington’s seniors scored at least one goal. Seniors are Kloey O’Connell, Ellie Sneed, Destiny Highley and Sammy Williams.

O’Connell scored two goals and added two assists. Sneed also scored two goals. Highley and Williams both scored one goal. Also scoring were Ella Moore and Ella Meyer.

Lia Bass, Highley and Williams each had one assist.

Callie Briggs registered the shutout in goal for Washington.

“We play a very tough schedule in one of the toughest conferences in the state. Our girls show up and battle every game. We've beaten Union twice this season, which has been a fun accomplishment since Union has been a tough team to beat for the past several years,” said Washington Head Coach Jalynda Vodnansky. “We have a lot of talent on this team. We've been inconsistent with how we've played and also have struggled with low numbers and injuries. The girls come out and play hard and have fun while doing that. At the end of the day, you consider that a win. All four seniors are committed to play soccer after high school, which is a great accomplishment for those girls.

“Ellie Sneed and Destiny Highley will attend and play at East Central College. Kloey O'Connell with attend and play at Truman State University. Sammy Williams will attend and play at SIUE (Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville). 

Photos from Washington’s game against Owensville are below.