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Area Roundup: Sept. 13

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BOYS SOCCER

Marmion 3, DeKalb 2: After scoring three first half goals, the Cadets held on to defeat DeKalb. Nick Grant scored two goals, each with an assist from Gavin Sanchez. An unassisted goal by Brian Miller was the difference.

Waubonsie Valley 3, Naperville North 2: In a close 3-2 victory for Waubonsie Valley, Jon Braun contributed two goals, while Leo Mendoza had a goal and assist. Ryan Dittmer and Tyler Barker didn’t go unnoticed as they each had an assist as well.

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