Bobcats Battle #11 Ranked Spartans to Draw

On Wednesday afternoon the boys fought hard to draw with the nationally ranked York Spartans 1-1. Dealing with a few injuries still we knew we would have to stay very organized and absorb the York attack for a while and wait for our chances to counter.  We almost got through the first half unscathed, but York was able to get on the board in the 41st minute when after a deflection outside the box a York player was first to the ball and was able to find a teammate at the back post who beat the keeper to the side. We definitely hung on during the first half and just tried to weather the storm.

The second half we came out with a bit more of an attacking mindset and were able to make it a more even game. The shots for the second half were 6-4 in favor of York. Ryan Russell did what he does best when given an opportunity in front of the goal and after goalkeeper Abiye Jack sent a long punt into the York end, Russell out raced two defenders to the ball and hit a one-time chip shot over the keeper who was playing off his line on the punt.

We kept our shape in the overtimes and were able to keep York of the board while having two good opportunities of our own. Unfortunately we probably needed the win against York to get a first round bye. Now it looks like we will be home for a first round game as long as we can take care of Marymount on Saturday at Homecoming.

I want to say thanks to the Alumni who made it out to support us in our away match. Russ, Benny, JT, and Mark - myself and the boys appreciate the support.

Saturday is Homecoming and senior day. We will play Marymount at 5pm after the football game and will be saying thank you to seven seniors for their efforts over the last few years and for helping make FSU and regionally ranked soccer program once again.