Jonathan Alder’s girls soccer team opened the Division II tournament with a victory on Monday.
The Lady Pioneers (12-3-3) defeated Bexley, 1-0, during a sectional semifinal contest.
JA’s goal came from Avery Hecht.
Sophie Zawodny came up with seven saves against the Lions, who entered the tournament as the fifth seed.
The third-seeded Lady Pioneers will return to action on their home field on Thursday.
JA will face fourth-seeded Bloom Carroll for the sectional title, beginning at 7 p.m.