Anthony Thorson, left, of the Albert Lea U9 boys’ soccer team prepares to block an oncoming kick in a 6-1 win Wednesday against New Prague. Also pictured from left are Gavin Hanke, Preston Senne and Logan Strom. — Provided
Elijah Farris of the Albert Lea U9 boys’ soccer team gets ready to defend the goal in a 6-1 win Wednesday against New Prague at Albert Lea. — Provided