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Caledonia Today
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Caledonia Defeats Lafayette in Tight Region 1-5A Matchup
Cavaliers take sole possession of first place with 3-2 win over No. 3 Commodores
Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:55am
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Caledonia's upset victory over regional rival Lafayette shakes up the high school soccer landscape.Caledonia TodayIn a closely contested Region 1-5A matchup, the Caledonia Cavaliers defeated the No. 3 ranked Lafayette Commodores by a score of 3-2 on Tuesday night. The win gives Caledonia sole possession of first place in the region standings.
Why it matters
This game had major implications for the Region 1-5A title race, as the Commodores and Cavaliers were battling for the top spot. Caledonia's victory over the highly ranked Commodores shakes up the regional landscape and puts them in the driver's seat for the remainder of the season.
The details
Caledonia was able to make a few key plays that proved to be the difference in the tight matchup. The Cavaliers capitalized on some mistakes by Lafayette to score three goals and hold on for the 3-2 win.
- The game was played on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
The players
Caledonia Cavaliers
The high school sports team from Caledonia, Mississippi that competes in Region 1-5A.
Lafayette Commodores
The No. 3 ranked high school sports team from Lafayette, Mississippi that competes in Region 1-5A.
What’s next
The Cavaliers will look to build on this big win as they continue their push for the Region 1-5A title, while the Commodores will aim to rebound and get back in the race.
The takeaway
Caledonia's victory over the highly ranked Lafayette Commodores shows that they are a force to be reckoned with in Region 1-5A this season, and have put themselves in prime position to claim the regional championship.