University Heights Academy Advanced to State Tournament
The team defeated Murray 5-3 to secure its fourth consecutive appearance in the All A Classic State Tournament.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Soccer
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University Heights Academy defeated Murray 5-3 at the Mallary France Soccer Complex to clinch a spot in the All A Classic State Tournament. This victory marks the fourth straight year the program has qualified for the event.
Why it matters
The win extends University Heights Academy's successful season and sets up a high-stakes matchup in the upcoming state tournament. The team continues to rely on consistent offensive production to maintain its momentum.
University Heights Academy maintains a 10-2 record, while Murray moves to 6-5-1 following the 5-3 match outcome. Kendall Hancock contributed a hat trick, opening the scoring in just 80 seconds.
The players
Kendall Hancock
Kendall Hancock is a standout athlete for University Heights Academy who has recorded a hat trick in five consecutive matches.
University Heights Academy
University Heights Academy is a school whose soccer program has qualified for the All A Classic State Tournament four years in a row.
Murray
Murray is a high school soccer program that currently holds a 6-5-1 season record.
St. Henry
St. Henry is the upcoming opponent for University Heights Academy in the All A Classic State Tournament.
The details
Kendall Hancock fueled the win with a hat trick for the fifth consecutive match, starting the scoring in the 80th second. Reagan Ballard added the final goal for the Blazers in the 48th minute of the second half.
Timeline
September 19, 2026: University Heights Academy defeated Murray 5-3.
September 21, 2026: UHA travels to play Hopkins County Central.
September 25, 2026: UHA plays St. Henry in the state tournament.
Season Trajectory
This victory secures the school's fourth consecutive appearance in the All A Classic State Tournament, cementing their status as a regional soccer power. The win establishes momentum heading into the tournament bracket starting at Louisville Collegiate Soccer Complex.
University Heights Academy now advances to the state tournament bracket with a 10-2 season record. The team will face St. Henry on September 25, with the winner moving on to the state semifinals.
The takeaway
Consistent offensive output and early scoring remain the defining features of this team's current winning streak. Maintaining this momentum will be critical as they prepare for the tougher competition in the state tournament bracket.
What happens next
University Heights Academy is scheduled to compete against St. Henry in the state tournament at the Louisville Collegiate Soccer Complex on September 25, 2026.
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