Bloomington South Crushed Bedford North Lawrence 9-0
The No. 2-ranked Panthers secured a dominant win in the opening round of the IHSAA boys soccer sectional.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Soccer
Bloomington South advanced to the semifinal round of the IHSAA boys soccer sectional after defeating Bedford North Lawrence 9-0. The match ended early due to the mercy rule.
Why it matters
This commanding victory reinforces Bloomington South's status as a top contender in Class 3A. The win sets the team up to continue its postseason run following a successful regular season.
Bloomington South dominated the game, scoring four goals within the first 10 minutes and holding a 6-0 lead by halftime. Nathan Orth recorded a hat trick, while Andrew Wiley added two goals in the victory.
The players
Bloomington South
The high school boys soccer program currently ranked No. 2 in Class 3A.
Bedford North Lawrence
The high school soccer team that concluded its season with a 5-12 record.
Nathan Orth
A player for Bloomington South who scored three goals in the sectional victory.
Andrew Wiley
A player for Bloomington South who recorded two goals during the playoff match.
IHSAA
The Indiana High School Athletic Association which oversees sectional tournament play.
The details
Max Serafin-Odle, Evan Gales, Evan Borden, and Liam Gregory contributed one goal each to the final score. The match was terminated early by the mercy rule as the Panthers pushed their season record to 12-2-3.
Timeline
August 25, 2026: Bloomington South defeated Bedford North Lawrence 6-0 during the regular season.
October 7, 2026: Bloomington South beat Bedford North Lawrence 9-0 in the sectional tournament.
October 8, 2026: The sectional semifinal match is scheduled to take place.
Season Trajectory
This decisive win bolsters Bloomington South's standing as they move deeper into the postseason bracket. The lopsided result serves as a statement of form for the top-ranked side heading into the tournament semifinal.
The victory ensures Bloomington South continues its pursuit of the sectional title in the next round of tournament play. Following the loss, Bedford North Lawrence ends their competitive season with an overall record of 5-12.
The takeaway
Postseason tournaments often feature wide score gaps between top-ranked programs and their early-round opponents. Maintaining momentum through these high-scoring victories is essential for teams aiming for a deep state tournament run.
What happens next
Bloomington South will compete in the IHSAA sectional semifinal on October 8, 2026.
Further reading
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