The Girls’ Varsity soccer team won its game against Castilleja, with a final score of 6-3.

Julia Fink (12), who plays forward scored the first goal and by halftime, the Eagles had a total of four points: Joelle Anderson (9) scored two goals and midfielder, Nikita Parulkar (11), scored one.

During the second half, Anderson scored one goal, along with midfielder, Kailee Gifford (9), who scored another. Goalie Alicia Clark (12) blocked numerous shots from the opposing team.

Because Castilleja’s team is of a higher division than Harker’s, the Eagles did not expect a win, but instead were proved wrong, as their hard work paid off with victory against their rivals. Freshman Maile Chung was surprised, yet ecstatic due to this surprising incident.

“We did a lot better than we’ve done in previous games, like our passes were just more crisp,” she said. “They were perfect.”

As the season has progressed, the team has improved its techniques, helping the girls perform better during games. Team Captain Apurva Gorti (12) notes that the team is improving.

“It’s one of the bar games we’ve played. Today’s game really shows where the team is heading. We’re becoming a force to be reckoned with.”

Although both teams had friends and family members come out to watch, Castilleja had more people from their school who came out. Nina Levy (9), a friend of the players, came to show her support for the team.

“[They] played very well,” she said. “I am very excited for their next game.”

The Eagles will play their next home game this Thursday, Jan. 16 against Crystal Springs at 6 p.m.