Howell Central moves into Class 5 Title game

Francis Howell Central midfielder Caitlyn Eddy scored a goal in the 25th minute to push the Spartans past Summit 2-1 in a Class 4 semifinal at Blue Springs South.

Howell Central (24-2), which will be making its first ever state championship game appearance, will face St. Teresa (21-2-1) for the state title on Saturday at 4 p.m.

The Spartans took the lead in the fifth minute on a goal from Emma Farley.

Summit tied the game at the 21-minute mark on a goal by freshman Sara Burnham.