Blackhawks blow past Beech Grove, win 9-0

Sheridan’s Lilly Chesney takes the ball down the field during the Blackhawks’ game with Beech Grove on Wednesday. Chesney was one of several goal scorers for the ‘Hawks in their 9-0 win. (Kirk Green)

The Sheridan girls soccer team cruised to a 9-0 win over Beech Grove on Wednesday.

The Blackhawks led 5-0 at halftime, controlling the whole half with solid passing and communication. Sheridan then added four more goals in the second half.

Junior Emma Alexander put in two goals for the ‘Hawks. Other goal scorers were Makenzie Terry, Chaney Smith, Lilly Chesney, Kadence Voege, Ji Warren and Lucy Hester, who also delivered two assists. Warren, Chaney Smith and Mac Smith all had one assist. Hailey Godbey made two goalkeeper saves, with Terry making one.

Sheridan is 4-3 and hosts Delphi today for a 5:30 p.m. Hoosier Conference game. The Blackhawks are taking toy donations to support Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Anyone who brings a new toy will get into the game for free.