A Lion’s roar: Quincy native Hayes preps for final college season with St. Louis club in USL 2

Cole Hayes reacts to scoring his first goal for the St. Louis Lions. The Quincy Notre Dame and Quincy University graduate is prepping for his final collegiate season by playing in USL 2. | Photo courtesy St. Louis Lions

ST. LOUIS — Cole Hayes isn’t harboring any grand illusions. A summer spent playing in a semi-professional developmental soccer league won’t change that. “I’m not pigeon-holing myself into it’s do or die,” Hayes said of the possibility of a professional playing career. “If that opportunity does present itself, it’s something I can pursue after the…

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