Glenwood and Pleasant Plains Players Discuss Tie in Titans-Cardinals Match

Seniors Caroline Cody and Bailey Leach reflect on the 2-2 draw between the high school soccer teams.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:55am

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and perspectives of a high school soccer game, with overlapping planes of green, white, and orange.A cubist interpretation of the intense action and competition between the Glenwood Titans and Pleasant Plains Cardinals in their recent high school soccer match.Pleasant Plains Today

After a 2-2 tie between the Glenwood Titans and Pleasant Plains Cardinals soccer teams, reporters spoke with senior players Caroline Cody from Glenwood and Bailey Leach from Pleasant Plains about the game. The match was the Foot & Ankle Center of Illinois Game of the Week.

Why it matters

High school sports rivalries and close matches between local teams generate community interest and excitement. This tie between the Titans and Cardinals showcases the competitive spirit and skill of the players involved.

The details

The Glenwood Titans and Pleasant Plains Cardinals played to a 2-2 draw in their recent soccer match. Both teams scored twice, resulting in the final tie score.

  • The game took place on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Caroline Cody

A senior player for the Glenwood Titans soccer team.

Bailey Leach

A senior player for the Pleasant Plains Cardinals soccer team.

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What they’re saying

“It was a hard-fought match and we're proud of how our team played.”

— Caroline Cody, Glenwood Titans Senior

“Both teams left everything on the field. It was an exciting game to be a part of.”

— Bailey Leach, Pleasant Plains Cardinals Senior

The takeaway

This close match between local high school soccer rivals demonstrates the competitive spirit and skill of the players involved, generating excitement within the community.