Bulldogs, Cadets to Meet in Boys and Girls Soccer Monday

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The Hampton-Dumont-CAL and Iowa Falls-Alden soccer teams will face off in a pair of games on Monday, with the boys playing in Iowa Falls and the girls playing in Hampton. Both teams are looking to start their seasons strong after mixed results in 2023.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between the Bulldogs and Cadets will provide an early barometer for both teams as they look to build momentum heading into the heart of their schedules. The boys' game features two teams looking to bounce back from tough 2023 campaigns, while the girls' game pits a Cadet squad with high expectations against a Bulldog team seeking its first win since 2023.

The details

The Cadet boys (0-1) are coming off a 1-0 loss to Wright County in their season opener, while the Bulldogs (0-0-1) tied Clear Lake 2-2 in their first game. The Cadet girls are looking to build on a 12-5 season in 2023, while the Bulldog girls (0-14-1 last year) are seeking their first win since 2023.

• The boys' game will be played in Iowa Falls at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026.
• The girls' game will be played in Hampton at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The winners of Monday's games will look to build on their momentum in their next matchups, while the losing teams will aim to bounce back and get their first wins of the season.