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The 2025 Arkansas High School Soccer Championships have kicked off in Clarksville, Arkansas, with local teams battling for victory. Defending champions Clarksville boys face tough competition alongside teams like Van Buren and Subiaco Academy. The girls’ team is eager to bounce back after a semifinal exit last season. Upcoming matches promise exciting action, and soccer fans can catch the games live through the NFHS Network. There’s plenty of anticipation as the championships unfold.

Exciting Times in Clarksville as River Valley Teams Kick Off Soccer Championships!

Clarksville, Arkansas, is buzzing with energy as the 2025 Arkansas High School Soccer Championships have officially begun! The heat is on, and our local teams are ready to hit the fields and show off their skills. Among the contenders, we have our very own defending 4A boys’ champions, Clarksville, looking to defend their title against tough competition.

Who’s Competing?

The River Valley area is well-represented in this year’s championships, with several teams that are eager to make their mark. Alongside Clarksville, we have Van Buren, which made quite an impression last year by finishing as the 5A runner-up, and Subiaco Academy, which is also gunning for success in the playoffs. Excitement is in the air!

Girls on the Field

It’s not just the boys’ teams making waves—Clarksville’s girls’ team is back in action after an impressive run to the semifinals last year. However, the adventure came to a sudden halt on May 15 when they faced tough competition against Central Arkansas Christian and suffered a narrow 1-0 loss. It’s a tough break, but these girls are resilient, and there’s always next season to look forward to!

First Round Matchups

May 15 was a busy day of soccer! The boys’ side saw Van Buren deliver a stunning performance, triumphing over Greenbrier with an impressive score of 6-2. Sadly, it wasn’t a great day for the Clarksville boys, as both the boys’ and girls’ teams weren’t able to make it through their matches. In another match, Subiaco Academy faced off against Maumelle Charter but unfortunately lost 3-0 as well.

Upcoming Matches

On May 16, the action continues! The boys’ Class 5A tournament is heating up with an exciting match between Hot Springs Lakeside and Van Buren set to kick off at noon. Make sure to mark your calendars because this is one game you won’t want to miss!

Noteworthy Scores

The first round produced some thrilling scores in the boys’ Class 5A tournament. Rogers defeated Jonesboro with a solid 4-0 victory, while Har-Ber edged past Bryant with a tight 1-0 finish. Good teamwork was on display as Rogers Heritage won against Pulaski Academy 4-1, and Bentonville West made a statement by defeating Cabot with another 4-0 win!

The rivalry doesn’t stop there! Other notable first-round scores included Magnolia beating Monticello 2-0, Warren overcoming Mena 4-1, and Little Rock Robinson dominating Gentry 6-1.

The 3A Boys Tournament

Meanwhile, the 3A boys’ tournament saw some hard-fought matches as well. Cave City just edged out Decatur with a thrilling 3-2 victory. Haas Hall Academy delivered an intense matchup that ended with them narrowly defeating Mountain View 5-4. Isn’t it great to see such competitive spirit?

What’s Next?

Looking ahead, mark your calendars for May 17, when the semifinals are set to happen across various divisions! The finals are still TBA, but we’re keeping our fingers crossed for some epic matchups!

For those who can’t make it to the field, good news! You can catch all the action live through the NFHS Network. Soccer lovers, this is your chance to cheer for your favorite teams from the comfort of your home!

As the River Valley teams take on their opponents in this thrilling championship, we’re all looking forward to watching these athletes shine. Let’s show our support and cheer them on! Go teams!

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