Firebirds shut out against Olathe East

Free State was kept off the scoreboard for just the third time this season in a 6-0 road loss at the hands of undefeated Olathe East on Tuesday.

Five different Olathe East (11-0, ranked No. 1) players were responsible for the Hawks’ six goals. The Hawks are ranked No. 11 in the nation by USA Today.

With the loss, the Firebirds (6-4-1) have an 0-2-1 record over their last three matches following a stretch of four consecutive wins.

Free State will look to get back on track in the City Showdown against Lawrence High at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at FSHS.