Holmen scored a decisive 2-0 victory over Arcadia on Tuesday, bringing an end to the Raiders’ eight-match winning streak. The win, achieved on Holmen’s home field, capped off a perfect season in the Mississippi Valley Conference (MVC) for the Vikings.
The match remained competitive throughout, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. It wasn’t until the 35th minute that Holmen broke the deadlock, thanks to a well-placed header by Ethan Johnson. His goal sent the Vikings into halftime with a 1-0 lead.
In the second half, Brock Needham extended Holmen’s advantage, scoring in the 55th minute. This goal proved to be the final tally of the match, marking the first time this season that Arcadia was held scoreless.
With the defeat, Arcadia’s record fell to 12-3-3 overall and 7-3 in conference play. The Raiders will conclude their season with a game against Prairie du Chien on Saturday.
On the other hand, Holmen improved their season record to 14-3 and completed the MVC campaign with a perfect 10-0 mark against conference rivals. The Vikings will begin their postseason journey next Tuesday with a home match against Menomonie.
