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Tucson’s Julian Gaona was named the Most Outstanding Field Player (Andy Morales/AllSportsTucson.com Photos)
Salpointe Brandon Bean Soccer Invitational
Nov. 30-Dec. 5
The Brandon Bean Invitational is held every year to honor a former player who passed away in 1992 after an on-field collision at a soccer scrimmage. In addition, the tournament also honors former girl’s player Laura Kea who died in an auto accident on her way to a soccer tournament.
Cienega’s Kayla Birbeck was named Outstanding Goalie.
Girls Bracket at Salpointe
Semifinals: Saturday, Dec. 5
Salpointe 2, Mountain View 0
Walden Grove 2, Tucson 0
Championship: Saturday, Dec. 5
Salpointe 1, Walden Grove 0
Boys Bracket at Salpointe
Semifinals: Saturday, Dec. 5
Tucson 4, Camelback 1
Sunnyside 2, Salpointe 0
Championship: Saturday, Dec. 5
Tucson 4, Sunnyside 0
It has become the soccer rivalry in Southern Arizona and it’s a good one. The Salpointe girls defeated Walden Grove 1-0 on a goal by Rachel Kinnison in the 49th minute to win the championship of the Brandon Bean Invitational Saturday night but the match was just round three of a heavy weight fight….
COMPLETE STORY AT AZPreps365.com
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