The Tell City Marksmen boys soccer team capped off a season filled with determination, growth, and community pride by making an impressive run in the 2025 IHSAA Class 1A sectional tournament. The Marksmen battled through adversity, showing the kind of heart and teamwork that define small-town sports in Perry County. Their postseason journey began on October 8, when Tell City took on Wood Memorial in the sectional semifinal.

The game was a defensive grind from start to finish, with both teams fighting for every inch of turf.

The Marksmen held firm through a scoreless first half, before breaking through with a decisive goal in the second. That single score was all they needed to seal a 1–0 victory and earn a spot in the championship game. Three days later, on October 11, Tell City faced off against a familiar and formidable rival—the Forest Park Rangers—in the sectional final. The match was fiercely contested from the opening whistle.

Both sides created chances early, with Tell City’s midfield pressing hard to control possession. The Rangers, however, found the net once in the first half and then held their ground, securing a 1–0 win and claiming their first sectional title since 2023. Although no official play-by-play or scorer details have been confirmed, the Marksmen’s run remains a remarkable chapter in the program’s history.

For Tell City—a school and community where players, parents, and coaches often know each other by name—this postseason highlighted the value of commitment and teamwork that extends far beyond the field. Head Coach and team staff praised the group’s perseverance, especially the seniors who helped build a foundation for future success.

Younger players stepped up in crucial moments, showing maturity and composure under playoff pressure. “They gave everything they had,” one parent noted after the final whistle. “You could see the pride they felt wearing that uniform.” The stands at both games were packed with fans waving red and white, many of them students and families who followed the team all season. The outpouring of community support mirrored what makes Perry County’s athletic culture so special—neighbors cheering for neighbors, celebrating not only victories but effort and character. Forest Park advanced in the state tournament after their win, but Tell City walked away with a sense of accomplishment that statistics can’t capture.

They proved that determination, unity, and heart can turn any underdog into a contender.

As the lights dimmed on the 2025 season, the Marksmen left the field with heads held high—and eyes already set on next year’s run.