Bearcats Mercy Rule Third Straight Team for First Region Win

Bainbridge High School soccer team dominates Dougherty High 10-0 for third consecutive mercy-rule victory.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The Bainbridge High School soccer team continued their hot start to the region season, defeating Dougherty High School 10-0 in a mercy-rule victory. This marks the Bearcats' third straight mercy-rule win, as they have now scored 47 goals in 7 matches and 30 goals in their last 3 games. Senior strikers Jose Bonilla-Ortiz and Angel Bonilla-Ortiz led the offensive onslaught, with each scoring multiple goals.

Why it matters

The Bearcats' dominant start to the region season has them positioned well to make a deep playoff run. Their stifling defense and prolific offense have overwhelmed opponents so far, raising expectations for the team. This win also showcases the Bearcats' depth, as multiple players contributed goals in the lopsided victory.

The details

The Bearcats jumped out to a 5-0 halftime lead, with Jose Bonilla-Ortiz scoring two goals and Angel Bonilla-Ortiz, Henry Vanstone, and Winston Brock each adding one. The brothers would go on to score two more goals each in the second half to complete the 10-0 rout. Goalkeeper Geovanny Alcantar-Granados recorded his third straight clean sheet for the Bearcats.

  • The Bearcats improved to 6-1 overall and 1-0 in Region 1-AAA play with the win on March 5, 2026.
  • The Bearcats have now scored 47 goals in 7 matches this season, with 30 of those coming in their last 3 games.

The players

Jose Bonilla-Ortiz

A senior striker for the Bainbridge High School soccer team who scored multiple goals in the win.

Angel Bonilla-Ortiz

A senior midfielder for the Bainbridge High School soccer team who also scored multiple goals in the victory.

Geovanny Alcantar-Granados

The junior goalkeeper for the Bainbridge High School soccer team who recorded his third straight clean sheet.

Brian Hill

The head coach of the Bainbridge High School soccer team.

Winston Brock

A sophomore defender for the Bainbridge High School soccer team who scored the final goal of the game.

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What they’re saying

“We stress defense a lot. In order for us to get where we want to go, we have to play defense.”

— Brian Hill, Head Coach (thepostsearchlight.com)

“At practice, we're shooting at him nonstop, trying to challenge him. Hopefully, he just stays focused on what his job is.”

— Brian Hill, Head Coach (thepostsearchlight.com)

What’s next

The Bearcats return to region play this Friday at Peach County at 7:30 p.m. Coach Hill said the team wants to continue getting better and maintain its focus.

The takeaway

The Bearcats' dominant start to the region season, with three straight mercy-rule victories, has them poised for a deep playoff run. Their stifling defense and prolific offense have overwhelmed opponents so far, showcasing the team's depth and raising expectations for the remainder of the season.