Greene Co. Soccer Teams Host CIU in Twin Bill

Girls' and boys' squads look to build momentum in Heart of Iowa Activities Conference matchup.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 4:20pm

The Greene County High School soccer teams will host Central Iowa United (CIU) today at Linduska Field in Jefferson, with the girls' match at 5:30 PM followed by the boys' game. The Greene County boys are 2-0 so far this season after road wins, while the girls' squad aims to snap a 32-game losing streak dating back to 2023.

Why it matters

This is an important early-season conference matchup for both Greene County teams as they look to establish themselves in the Heart of Iowa Activities Conference. The girls' team in particular is hoping to turn things around after a winless 2025 campaign, while the boys' squad is off to a strong start and looking to build on their early success.

The details

The Greene County boys' team, led by coach Chad Black, has already picked up road wins over Grand View Christian (2-1) and Boone (9-0), with senior Franklin Regalado scoring six goals in the second half against Boone. The girls' team, coached by Wes Anderson in his second season, is aiming to end a 32-game losing streak dating back to late 2023. They have over 20 players out for the team this year and are hoping an improved offense can help them get back in the win column.

  • The girls' match is scheduled for 5:30 PM today.
  • The boys' match will follow the girls' game.

The players

Chad Black

Head coach of the Greene County boys' soccer team.

Franklin Regalado

Senior on the Greene County boys' soccer team who scored six goals in a recent win.

Wes Anderson

Head coach of the Greene County girls' soccer team, in his second season.

Central Iowa United (CIU)

A combined soccer program based at West Marshall High School in State Center, Iowa.

Greene County High School

The high school hosting the soccer matches, with a combined soccer program that allows students from Paton-Churdan to participate.

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The takeaway

This matchup represents an important early-season test for both the Greene County boys' and girls' soccer teams as they look to establish themselves in the Heart of Iowa Activities Conference. The boys' squad is off to a strong start, while the girls' team is hoping to end a long losing streak and find more offensive success this season.