WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The fourth round matchup of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) 4A women’s soccer championship playoffs is an all-Wilmington showdown.

John T. Hoggard High School hosted Eugene Ashley High School on Thursday night.

The rivals split the two regular-season games.

The Eagles scored first. Sarah Brannin made a pass to Savannah Moncet, and Moncet kicked it in. Viking carried the momentum when Avery Fisher found the back of the net. The game was tied 1-1 at halftime.

The Eagles beat Hoggard 3-1 and move on to the final 4. Ashley High will host Raleigh Millbrook on Tuesday. The winner of Tuesday’s game plays for a state championship.

For playoff brackets and updates, check the website for NCHSAA women’s soccer.

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