Phoenix Soccer Blanks Rival Fabius-Pompey 4-0
The Phoenix squad secured a decisive victory to avenge an earlier loss against their league opponents.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Soccer
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Phoenix defeated Fabius-Pompey 4-0 on October 14, snapping the league rival's seven-game winning streak. The victory allowed Phoenix to improve their overall record to 11-3.
Why it matters
The result serves as a significant rebound for Phoenix, who sought to avenge a 3-2 defeat against Fabius-Pompey sustained in late September. Fabius-Pompey, meanwhile, entered the match with a 12-3 record and a lengthy winning streak.
Phoenix goalkeeper Hendric Kersey recorded nine saves and provided one assist during the match. The win brings Phoenix to an 11-3 record, while Fabius-Pompey moves to 12-3.
The players
Eli Kersey
He is a Phoenix soccer player who scored two goals during the team's shutout victory.
Hendric Kersey
He serves as the goalkeeper for Phoenix and recorded nine saves along with his first assist of the season.
Ethan Snyder
He is a Phoenix soccer player who contributed to the team's offense by scoring one of the four goals.
The details
Ethan Snyder and Eli Kersey powered the offense with two first-half goals, while Eli Kersey added his second of the night in the second half. Hendric Kersey ensured the shutout by anchoring the defense with nine saves while also assisting on a goal.
Timeline
Late September 2026: Phoenix lost to Fabius-Pompey 3-2.
October 14, 2026: Phoenix defeated Fabius-Pompey 4-0.
October 16, 2026: Phoenix and Fabius-Pompey play their final regular season games.
Season Trajectory
This win disrupts the competitive balance of the division by ending Fabius-Pompey's seven-game winning streak. The result positions Phoenix to improve their standing heading into the final regular season games on October 16.
Phoenix concludes its regular season on October 16 with a match against Homer. Fabius-Pompey will also take the field on that date for its final regular season contest against Mater Dei Academy.
The takeaway
The win highlights the impact of defensive consistency, as the goalkeeper's nine saves were critical to keeping the opponent scoreless. Consistency in the final regular season games will determine the ultimate playoff outlook for both programs.
What happens next
Phoenix hosts Homer on October 16, 2026, and Fabius-Pompey plays Mater Dei Academy on the same day.
Further reading
For more updates on local athletics, visit the Phoenix Soccer section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Syracuse.
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