New Hanover boys soccer takes conference lead in win over Ashley

WILMINGTON,NC (WWAY)–It took a shootout on Thursday night, but New Hanover boys soccer took a lead in the conference standings beating Ashley (0-0, SO 6-5).

The win improves New Hanover’s record to (13-4-3, 10-2), while the Ashley Screaming Eagles fall to (10-6-3, 9-3).

New Hanover is now tied atop the Mideastern Conference standings with Hoggard at (10-2). The Wildcats and Vikings will meet next Thursday night in the final game of the regular season to decide the conference champion.

Ashley will take on West Brunswick on Tuesday night, followed up by Laney in their final game of the season next Thursday.