On the night she and her classmates were recognized, senior Mya Johnson recorded a pair of goals as the Joplin High School girls soccer team defeated Neosho 2-1 on Tuesday at the JHS athletic complex.
The Eagles celebrated Senior Night, and Johnson did her part to make sure the hosts earned a win.
Johnson scored on a free kick in the eighth minute. Johnson’s second goal came in the 28th minute and was assisted by Kayla Talbot.
Avery Renfro scored Neosho’s goal in the 30th minute. Erika Ornelas assisted on the play.
Joplin (7-11, 1-8 COC) had nine shots on-goal and Neosho goalkeeper Shelby Roberts made seven saves.
Neosho (8-13, 0-9 COC) recorded seven shots on-goal and JHS senior Reece Schroer made six saves.
Joplin hosts McDonald County at 6:30 on Thursday. Neosho meets Carl Junction next Monday in a district tournament clash.
