The two-time defending conference champion’s main goal was to win their third straight conference championship. The road to the championship was a little rocky with many new players. The team was extremely young, starting many freshmen and juniors. Add to this, a new head coach, Amy Cardarelle.
The conference season began with a game against Edison. South has traditionally easily won these games, however Edison has something difference planned this season. South, who in recent years has scored in double figures, won only 4-0.
Washburn was next. In traditionally close games, this one was no different. One goal separated the teams at the end of the game, with South edging the Millers 4-3. The three goals in this game would be the only goals South gave up during the conference season.
North was the next to fall, 6-0. Southwest lost 3-0. Henry succumbed 10-0. The closest game of the season was probably against Roosevelt. South won by a slim 1-0 score. The Tigers undefeated conference season gave them their third straight conference championship.
According to the 1996 South Yearbook, the best win of the season was a 5-0 shut out of Eden Prairie.
South advanced in the Region Tournament, losing in the championship game to Totino Grace.
Head Coach Cardarelle was assisted by Maria Fraboni and Missy McGinty.