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Raptors Shine in Smoky Mountains Cup with Strong Performances Across Varsity and JV

Raptors Shine in Smoky Mountains Cup with Strong Performances Across Varsity and JV
Posted: Mar 27, 2025

March 22 | Smoky Mountains Cup Tournament

SEVIERVILLE, TN — Ravenwood Soccer delivered a mix of dominance and resilience on Day 1 of the Smoky Mountains Cup, with both Varsity and JV squads showcasing depth and execution in tournament play.

Varsity: Ravenwood 4, Fort Payne 0

Ravenwood set the tone early in their opening match against Fort Payne:

  • Cal opened the scoring to make it 1-0.

  • Spencer Brown converted a penalty kick for a 2-0 lead.

  • Nate connected with Simon Hetrick to push it to 3-0.

  • Aiden Carothers assisted Spencer for the fourth and final goal.

A complete team performance secured the clean sheet and launched the Raptors into the tournament with authority.

JV: Ravenwood 1, West High School 0

After a scoreless first half, Cannon Moss found the breakthrough in the second period to seal a hard-earned 1-0 victory. The JV defense held firm to maintain the shutout.

Varsity: Ravenwood 1, Union 2

In a tightly contested nightcap, Ravenwood struck first as Simon Hetrick set up Spencer Brown to go ahead 1-0. Union responded quickly, leveling the score before ultimately edging ahead 2-1. Despite the loss, Ravenwood remained competitive throughout and showed their ability to threaten high-level opponents.

JV: Ravenwood 2, Grissom High School 1

The JV squad continued their unbeaten tournament run with a 2-0 win. Sam Lenning and Connor Mooney each found the net. Grissom managed to break Ravenwood's clean sheet streak earlier in the day, but the Raptors bounced back with another confident performance.
 

March 23 | Smoky Mountains Cup Tournament – Day 2

SEVIERVILLE, TN — On the final day of the Smoky Mountains Cup, Ravenwood's JV squad captured the Showcase Division title with a gritty 2-1 comeback win, while Varsity battled to a hard-earned scoreless draw in their tournament closer.

JV: Ravenwood 2, Hardin Valley Academy 1

After falling behind 0-1 at halftime, the Raptors JV showed resolve and composure under pressure:

  • Despite a missed penalty opportunity early in the second half, Ravenwood remained on the front foot.

  • Cannon Moss delivered the equalizer.

  • Nic Pinto netted the go-ahead goal, securing a come-from-behind 2-1 win.

  • Two red cards issued to Hardin Valley in the second half added to the intensity of the matchup.

The victory clinched the JV Showcase Division championship and capped a perfect weekend for the squad.

Varsity: Ravenwood 0, Hardin Valley Academy 0

In a match defined by defensive grit and limited chances, the Varsity Raptors and Hardin Valley battled to a 0-0 draw. Ravenwood finishes the Smoky Mountains Cup weekend with a record of 1-1-1, having showcased moments of attacking brilliance and strong team cohesion across all three matches.

The tournament proved valuable for both squads, as Ravenwood looks ahead to upcoming matches with valuable experience and silverware already in hand.