CARROLLTON – The Carroll Lady Dragons had the tough task of face defending state champion Hebron in the second round of the playoffs. In addition, they faced them on their home field.
But the Lady Dragons responded to the challenge. Carroll upended Hebron 1-0 in a Class 6A area playoff Thursday night. The Lady Dragons advance to the Region I quarterfinals and will face Bryon Nelson at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Birdville Fine Arts/Athletics Complex in North Richland Hills.
Carroll scored the game’s lone goal in the second half. Grace Cory scored on a crossing pass from Danielle Dennis.
Meanwhile, Lady Dragon goalie Jamie Phelps recorded her 19th shutout of the season.