09/23/2026
VIKINGS ROAR TO AN 8–3 VICTORY OVER BLACK RIVER FALLS!
The Holmen Vikings ASL Indoor Soccer Team was back on its home court tonight, ready to battle the Black River Falls Tigers! And while the Vikings faced some early challenges, this team showed exactly what makes them so special: determination, teamwork, and the ability to make adjustments when things aren't going their way!
After a rocky start, Holmen found its rhythm, turned up the intensity, and powered its way to an impressive 8–3 VICTORY!
⚽️ FIRST PERIOD: FINDING OUR GROOVE!
The Vikings opened the game battling through a frustrating stretch of high kick after high kick. But rather than getting discouraged, our athletes stayed focused, listened to their coaches, and worked together to turn things around.
And once they found their rhythm, LOOK OUT!
🔥 Kian Carlisle moved to center offense and broke through with the Vikings' first goal of the night! He wasn't finished, either, taking advantage of a slow-rolling ball to sneak another one into the net!
🔥 Aiden Romskog wasted no time joining the scoring party, firing one home to keep the Vikings rolling!
🔥 Camden Ryan showed great awareness, capitalizing on a ricochet and putting another goal on the board!
🔥 Gabe Schams came charging down the court and absolutely SLAMMED one into the back of the net!
Black River Falls battled hard and managed to get on the scoreboard, but the Vikings headed into the second period with a commanding 5–1 lead!
⚽️ SECOND PERIOD: KEEP THAT MOMENTUM GOING!
The Vikings picked up right where they left off, continuing to communicate, create opportunities, and make things happen!
💥 Camden Ryan struck again, finding the net from center for his second goal of the night!
💥 Jett Lewis stepped up and delivered a fantastic goal from center, adding to the Vikings' lead!
💥 Wade Schuster showed some impressive offensive awareness, sneaking the ball around a defender and into the net!
The Tigers refused to back down, adding two more goals of their own, but Holmen's determination and teamwork carried the Vikings across the finish line with an 8–3 WIN!
🧤 DEFENSE WINS GAMES, TOO!
While our offense was putting on a show, our defense deserves a HUGE round of applause!
A special shout-out to Landon Wientzen, who once again delivered a phenomenal performance in goal! Landon continues to be an incredible presence for the Vikings, working hard to protect the net and give his teammates confidence on the court!
And let's hear it for our defensive crew!
🛡️ Gabriella Villareal anchored the center defense, helping keep the Tigers' offense in check.
🛡️ Gabe Schams, Carter Van Lin, and Jett Lewis battled hard defensively, working together to keep the ball away from Holmen's goal and create opportunities for their teammates.
What an outstanding TEAM EFFORT!
MORE THAN JUST ANOTHER WIN!
What makes this group so incredible isn't simply the number of goals they score or the wins they put on the board.
It's watching our athletes learn to communicate when things get difficult. It's seeing them make adjustments, trust their teammates, and find success together. It's the encouragement, the hustle, the smiles, and the pride they take in one another's accomplishments.
Every athlete on this team contributes to what makes Holmen ASL so special, and tonight was another fantastic example of what happens when they bring their individual talents together for a common goal!
BONUS: The coaches got to see ASL Legend Jack Teegan after the game!!
🎄🥫 OUR BIGGEST COMPETITION IS HAPPENING OFF THE COURT! 🥫🎄
While our Vikings are battling for wins on the court, they're also competing for something even bigger: making a difference in our community!
Our ASL League's season-long Rotary Lights / Hunger Task Force / United Way Food Drive Challenge is still going strong, and Holmen is competing against other ASL teams to collect the MOST donated items!
We're calling on our entire Viking family—athletes, parents, students, staff, friends, and fans—to help us fill our donation barrel and make a meaningful impact on families throughout our community!
🥫 MOST-NEEDED ITEMS INCLUDE:
• Peanut butter
• Canned fruits and vegetables
• Canned meats and beans
• Pasta, rice, and pasta sauce
• Breakfast items and canned soups
• Personal hygiene products
Every donation matters, and every item brings us one step closer to helping another family!
🏆 The team collecting the most donations will earn a PIZZA PARTY generously donated by Features in Holmen!
📅 THE FOOD DRIVE ENDS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8!
Let's show everyone what the Holmen community can accomplish when we come together! Help us fill that barrel, support our athletes, and make this incredible community service challenge a HUGE success!
Because the greatest victories aren't always measured on the scoreboard. Sometimes, they're measured by the difference we make in the lives of others.
👏 THANK YOU, VIKING NATION!
A HUGE thank-you to our families, fans, and everyone who continues to show up and support these amazing athletes! Your encouragement makes every game an experience our athletes will remember!
And with tonight's victory, the Holmen Vikings improve to a PERFECT 4–0 on the season!
🔥 FOUR GAMES. FOUR WINS. ONE INCREDIBLE TEAM! 🔥
4–0. UNDEFEATED. VIKING STRONG!