Free State Ends Liberal’s Soccer Season

Lawrence Free State made the long drive to Liberal worthwhile on Tuesday.  The Free State Firebirds beat the Liberal Redskins 3-1 on a frigid Tuesday evening at the Gary Cornelsen Sports Complex.  The Firebirds had the wind at their backs in the first half and took advantage.  Free State scored on a free kick 1:15 into the game.  The Firebirds also scored late in the first half for the 2-0 lead at halftime.  Free State took a 3-0 lead at the 29:56 mark.  Liberal’s Carlos Rodriguez banged a goal off the top post which ricocheted into the south goal.  Liberal had several other chances to score but could not come through.  Liberal finishes 11-5-1.  Free State is 9-6-1.