No. 1 Xavier Prep and No. 2 Perry played to a 1-1 draw in a highly anticipated girls' soccer match, with Perry sophomore Saydie Herbert scoring a brilliant goal before Xavier Prep senior Madison Schenk leveled the game. The defensive battle saw only 55 seconds of lead time for one team, highlighting the close quality of both schools.

By the Numbers
  • No. 1 Xavier Prep (8-0-2) and No. 2 Perry (9-1-4) played to a 1-1 draw
  • Perry sophomore Saydie Herbert scored a long-distance goal with 19:17 left
  • Xavier Prep senior Madison Schenk tied the game with 18:22 to go in the second half
State of Play
  • Both teams remain undefeated against in-state opponents
  • Perry's lone loss came to Punahou (Hawaii) during a tournament in California
What's Next

The match signals a potential future meeting in the 6A state championship game, with Phoenix Desert Vista, Phoenix Pinnacle, Chandler Basha, and Tucson Magnet also showing strong seasons.

Bottom Line

The 1-1 draw highlights the high level of competition between the top-ranked girls' soccer teams, setting the stage for a potential championship rematch and signaling a strong postseason trajectory for both teams.