Helias boys soccer wins district opener

ROLLA - The Helias Crusaders defeated the Marshfield Blue Jays 5-1 on Monday in the semifinals of the Class 3 District 9 Tournament.

Helias picked up goals from Nick Brandt and Isaac Johnson in the first half to hold a 2-0 lead at halftime. Johnson added a second goal in the second half and Zach Paschal and Adam Veit each scored a goal in the second half.

Brandt, Sam Heckart, Elliott Lammers, Sam Ferrier and Grant Mengwasser each had an assist for the Crusaders.

Helias (14-10) will face Rolla (16-5-3) for the district championship at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Rolla won 2-0 against Camdenton in Monday's other district semifinal contest.