PALATINE – Like most girls soccer teams, St. Charles East optimistically lists the Class 3A state tournament at North Central College at the end of its schedule online.

The Saints would boast a formidable full-circle story should they still be playing June 1.

East navigated blowing snow early and trudged through slick, glistening artificial turf throughout Tuesday’s season-opening, 1-0 loss at Fremd. While the Saints created more chances than the Vikings and had a goal disallowed, they’re still liable to enjoy the recollection of this novel match down the road.