First-round soccer matches begin

The first round of play in the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) boys’ and girls’ state soccer playoffs begin today (Thursday, April 25) and continue through Tuesday, April 30. Several teams from the Lagniappe coverage area have qualified for the tournament. Here is a look at the schedule of first-round games involving local teams as listed on the AHSAA website: GIRLS Class 1A-3A April 30: Providence Christian at St. Luke’s, 5 p.m. April 30: Cottage Hill Christian at Houston Academy, 6 p.m. Class 4A April 30: Trinity at St. Michael, 5 p.m. April 29: Orange Beach at Montgomery Catholic,...