TEMPLE, TX — In a defensive stalemate at the Temple Soccer Complex, the Temple Wildcat Junior Varsity White team dropped a narrow 1-0 decision to the Harker Heights Knights on Tuesday evening.
The match served as the finale for the first half of district play, a stretch defined by parity and physical competition across District 12-6A.

Defensive Duel at the Complex

From the opening whistle, both squads prioritized defensive positioning, limiting clear-cut scoring opportunities for much of the night. Temple’s backline remained resilient under pressure, but a lone breakthrough by the Knights proved to be the difference-maker. Despite several late-game pushes by the Wildcats to find an equalizer, the Harker Heights defense held firm to secure the clean sheet.

Mid-Season Standings

With the loss, the Wildcats conclude the first rotation of district competition with a balanced record.
District 12-6A Mid-Season Snapshot:

Temple JV White Record: 2-3-1

Next Phase: Second half of district play begins this Friday.

While the result wasn't what the home crowd hoped for, the Wildcats remain firmly in the mix as they look to flip the script in the second half of the season.

Looking Ahead

The Wildcats won't have long to dwell on the loss. They return to the Temple Soccer Complex this Friday to kick off the next round of district action.

Opponent: Killeen Shoemaker Greywolves
Date: Friday, February 13
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Temple Soccer Complex