<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2BKKwg_1GsQtcCl00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2BKKwg_1GsQtcCl00" width="845" height="321" ></figure>COLUMBIANA, OH — West Branch is headed to the Final Four after another championship-caliber defensive performance Saturday afternoon, as the second-seeded Warriors edged fifth-seeded Warren JFK 1-0 in the girls soccer regional championship at Crestview High School.Cambrie Nezbeth delivered the biggest goal of the Warriors’ season, providing the lone score in a tightly contested regional final between two programs looking to extend their postseason runs. With scoring opportunities at a premium, Nezbeth’s goal proved to be the difference as West Branch secured the regional crown and punched its ticket to the state semifinals.The victory continued an impressive postseason run for the Warriors, who have relied on timely offense and a stingy defense to navigate the tournament. West Branch entered the regional championship following a hard-fought victory over Poland, and once again found a way to finish on top in a one-goal contest.Warren JFK entered Saturday’s matchup riding the momentum of an explosive 8-2 regional semifinal victory over Cardinal Mooney, but the Eagles were unable to break through against the Warriors. West Branch’s defensive effort kept JFK off the scoreboard and preserved the narrow advantage through the final whistle.The loss brings an outstanding 2026 campaign to a close for Warren JFK, which finishes with a 16-5 record. The Eagles put together a memorable postseason run behind a talented offensive attack and established themselves as one of the area’s top girls soccer programs.West Branch advances to face Mariemont in the state semifinals Tuesday at Heath High School, with a berth in the Division IV state championship match on the line. The Warriors will look to carry their defensive momentum into another high-stakes matchup as they move within one victory of playing for a state title.For West Branch, the regional championship represents another milestone in a season that has showcased the Warriors’ ability to deliver in close games. With Nezbeth providing the decisive goal and the defense recording another shutout, West Branch is now among the final four teams standing in its division.</div></body>

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COLUMBIANA, OH — West Branch is headed to the Final Four after another championship-caliber defensive performance Saturday afternoon, as the second-seeded Warriors edged fifth-seeded Warren JFK 1-0 in the girls soccer regional championship at Crestview High School. Cambrie Nezbeth delivered the biggest goal of the Warriors’ season, providing the...

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