Game Details - Girls Soccer

No. 2 seed Brighton looks to continue its impressive season as it hosts No. 7 seed Wasatch in the quarterfinals on Thursday. Brighton (16-1) cruised to a 5-1 victory over Alta in the second round, led by two goals from Oakley Zenger. The Bengals have been outstanding this season, outscoring opponents 51-17 while posting an 11-1 record in Region 6 play. They have averaged 3.0 gpg while allowing just 1.0 gpg. Brighton's balanced attack is led by Paige Christensen, who has tallied 13 goals and one assist. Zenger has added 10 goals and two assists, while Jane Allen has contributed five goals and three assists. Goalkeeper Lillah Slighting has recorded eight shutouts. Wasatch (11-5) advanced to the quarterfinals with a 3-1 victory over East in the second round, thanks to two first-half goals from Ellie Karl and Mia Longenecker. The Wasps finished second in Region 7, outscoring opponents 28-19 on the season. They have averaged 1.8 gpg while allowing 1.2 gpg. Wasatch's offense is paced by Karl, who has scored 17 goals and dished out four assists. Sicily Clark has added four goals and a team-high seven assists, while NataLia Wagstaff has contributed three goals and two assists. Goalkeeper Kylie Bishop has posted three clean sheets. Last year, Brighton reached the semifinals before falling to eventual runner-up Bountiful in a penalty shootout, while Wasatch was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Olympus in a penalty shootout. The Bengals will look to take the next step in their pursuit of a state title, while the Wasps aim to avenge last season's heartbreaking loss and continue their impressive playoff run. The winner of this matchup will face the winner of Maple Mountain vs. Northridge in the semifinals on Tuesday at Zions Bank Stadium.