Cyclones, Titans Draw 1-1 in Central State Eight Opener

Both teams scored on free kicks just 44 seconds apart in the rivalry matchup.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 6:10am

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In a Central State Eight conference matchup between rivals Glenwood and Sacred Heart Griffin, the teams played to a 1-1 draw after both scoring on free kicks just 44 seconds apart in the second half. Samantha Perryman scored the free kick goal for Glenwood, while Mia Calderon scored for Sacred Heart Griffin. The goalies, Reagan Hemmer for SHG and Zoey Kyes for Glenwood, made multiple great saves to keep the game tied.

Why it matters

This was the conference opener for both teams, so the draw leaves them with a point each as they look to compete for the Central State Eight title. The rivalry between Glenwood and Sacred Heart Griffin is always highly anticipated, and this close match showcased the competitiveness between the two programs.

The details

With 11:41 remaining in the game, Samantha Perryman scored on a free kick to give Glenwood a 1-0 lead. But just 44 seconds later, Mia Calderon equalized for Sacred Heart Griffin with a free kick goal of her own, tying the game at 1-1. The goalies, Reagan Hemmer for SHG and Zoey Kyes for Glenwood, each made several impressive saves to keep the game deadlocked.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
  • Samantha Perryman scored Glenwood's goal with 11:41 remaining.
  • Mia Calderon scored the equalizer for Sacred Heart Griffin just 44 seconds later, with 10:57 left.

The players

Samantha Perryman

A player for the Glenwood Cyclones who scored the team's free kick goal in the match.

Mia Calderon

A player for the Sacred Heart Griffin Titans who scored the team's equalizing free kick goal.

Reagan Hemmer

The goalkeeper for the Sacred Heart Griffin Titans who made multiple great saves to keep the game tied.

Zoey Kyes

The goalkeeper for the Glenwood Cyclones who made multiple great saves to keep the game tied.

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What they’re saying

“Both teams played hard and it was a great rivalry match. We're happy to get the point, but we'll be looking to get the win next time we play.”

— Samantha Perryman, Glenwood Player

What’s next

SHG will host Pleasant Plains on Wednesday, while Glenwood will travel to Peoria Notre Dame on Saturday.

The takeaway

This close draw between the Glenwood Cyclones and Sacred Heart Griffin Titans showcases the competitiveness of the Central State Eight conference, as both teams look to position themselves for a run at the league title this season.