This morning the Aces traveled to Methacton for a 10 AM non-league contest. Again, it was a defensive struggle, with no scoring in regulation and through 1 sudden-victory overtime period. In the 2nd overtime junior Quinn Vagnoni put a perfect cross over for fellow junior Connor O'Hare and he headed it home for a hard earned 1-0 LM victory.
From this game the Aces have to feel encouraged by the fact that their defense remains a strength, and that they can score late when the game is on the line. But they also have to start generating more offensive pressure to give their defense some room for error.
This week is a short one for LM as their only game is a Tuesday Central League match with Garnet Valley (3:45 PM).
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Thursday, September 25, 2014
LMSAA
Since we have a lull in the current Aces' soccer schedule I want to take this time to thank those of you who have begun to contribute to our LMSAA fundraiser this year, the "10th Annual Steve Fountain Memorial Golf Tournament" (which is only 4 weeks away on Friday, October 24th at Edgmont Golf Club).
Some have registered to play in the golf event, a few others have become sponsers, and several others have sent in donations. Thanks so much to you all.
For those of you who would like to support the LMSAA (Lower Merion Soccer Alumni Association), there are 3 ways to participate:
1/ Play in the golf event, or better yet bring a foursome.
2/ Participate in one of the sponsorships, all of which are detailed on our LM Soccer Alumni website
* We are still very much in need of sponsors at all levels
3/ Make a donation
Just go to our LM Soccer Alumni website at www.lmsocceralum.org to find out more. Click on the Golf Invite at the home page for all the detailed options. You can pay by check, or online at our paypal account right on the website.
Every single one of you who have played, coached, or supported LM Soccer over the years are responsible for the tremendous success & lofty reputation of the Aces' boy's soccer program, not only in Southeastern PA but throughout the entire state. Thank you for your continued support.
Some have registered to play in the golf event, a few others have become sponsers, and several others have sent in donations. Thanks so much to you all.
For those of you who would like to support the LMSAA (Lower Merion Soccer Alumni Association), there are 3 ways to participate:
1/ Play in the golf event, or better yet bring a foursome.
2/ Participate in one of the sponsorships, all of which are detailed on our LM Soccer Alumni website
* We are still very much in need of sponsors at all levels
3/ Make a donation
Just go to our LM Soccer Alumni website at www.lmsocceralum.org to find out more. Click on the Golf Invite at the home page for all the detailed options. You can pay by check, or online at our paypal account right on the website.
Every single one of you who have played, coached, or supported LM Soccer over the years are responsible for the tremendous success & lofty reputation of the Aces' boy's soccer program, not only in Southeastern PA but throughout the entire state. Thank you for your continued support.
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Aces vs. Rams, the rivalry continues
It has always been said that when these 2 sister high schools get together, records, league standing, rankings, they all go out the window. This has always been, and always will be, a pride game, and it was no different today as the 2 Lower Merion School District soccer teams pounded away at each other for 80 minutes.
Going into this afternoon's match up LM's defense had let up fewer goals, and Harriton's offense had scored more goals. Who would prevail? Harriton took advantage of an opportunity goal as they jumped on a loose ball in the 6 yard box to take an early 1-0 lead. The Aces pushed back with several quick counter attacks but today it would be the Rams making the key defensive plays.
In the 2nd half Harriton was willing to stay back in a defensive posture, take away the long ball, and force LM to play short. The Rams were also better in the air, and with most of the Aces chances coming that route it proved to be the difference. When all was said & done, Harriton walked away with a 1-0 victory.
This dropped the Aces overall record to 7-3-1 (4-3 league) with a non-league contest coming up this Saturday at Methacton @ 1:00 PM.
Going into this afternoon's match up LM's defense had let up fewer goals, and Harriton's offense had scored more goals. Who would prevail? Harriton took advantage of an opportunity goal as they jumped on a loose ball in the 6 yard box to take an early 1-0 lead. The Aces pushed back with several quick counter attacks but today it would be the Rams making the key defensive plays.
In the 2nd half Harriton was willing to stay back in a defensive posture, take away the long ball, and force LM to play short. The Rams were also better in the air, and with most of the Aces chances coming that route it proved to be the difference. When all was said & done, Harriton walked away with a 1-0 victory.
This dropped the Aces overall record to 7-3-1 (4-3 league) with a non-league contest coming up this Saturday at Methacton @ 1:00 PM.
Sunday, September 21, 2014
The Harriton Rivalry
The Lower Merion-Harriton boy's soccer rivalry began not long after Harriton High School opened back in 1959. The 2 sister high schools were never in a league together, and only played each other occasionally. In the early 70's they began playing each other more regularly, and since both schools were in the same school district it slowly grew into a very heated rivalry. It got to the point where the administration decided that the two schools would no longer play each other in any sport, as it was beginning to divide the district.
However, in the mid-80's, both schools had very strong boy's soccer teams, who each won their respective league titles fairly regularly. Because of this they ended up playing each other in the District One playoffs. By this time all the players from both schools knew each other because they played together on club teams during the off season. Because of this, the rivalry, although very competitive, was played with mutual respect for the other side. Thus, the 2 schools again began scheduling each other in non-league games.
In 2008 Harriton (formerly of the Del-Val league) joined the Central League and now the two sister high schools play each other every year. Last year both teams made the District Playoffs.
In their history; Lower Merion & Harriton have played 30 times, and for the most part the games have been very close. However, however, Lower Merion holds a commanding edge, winning 18 times, losing only twice, with 10 ties.
This Tuesday they will play for the 31st time, on the turf at Arnold Field, at 3:45 PM. Come on out and watch the rivalry continue.
However, in the mid-80's, both schools had very strong boy's soccer teams, who each won their respective league titles fairly regularly. Because of this they ended up playing each other in the District One playoffs. By this time all the players from both schools knew each other because they played together on club teams during the off season. Because of this, the rivalry, although very competitive, was played with mutual respect for the other side. Thus, the 2 schools again began scheduling each other in non-league games.
In 2008 Harriton (formerly of the Del-Val league) joined the Central League and now the two sister high schools play each other every year. Last year both teams made the District Playoffs.
In their history; Lower Merion & Harriton have played 30 times, and for the most part the games have been very close. However, however, Lower Merion holds a commanding edge, winning 18 times, losing only twice, with 10 ties.
This Tuesday they will play for the 31st time, on the turf at Arnold Field, at 3:45 PM. Come on out and watch the rivalry continue.
Saturday, September 20, 2014
Looking to Rebound
After a very disappointing and devastating 3-0 loss to Penncrest on Thursday the Aces were looking to atone, and the Marple Newtown Tigers were in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Seventeen minutes into the game LM junior Quinn Vagnoni scored from a scrum in front of the Marple net and gave the Aces a 1-0 lead. Just 3 minutes later the Tigers tied it up on a beautiful blast from 20 yards out. With 5 minutes left in the 1st half Vagnoni scored his 2nd goal, again coming from in close, and it was 2-1 LM at halftime.
In the 2nd half the Aces came out pumped and junior Anthony Haines scored a highlite reel goal from well outside the 18 for a 3-1 lead. LM seemed to be moving the ball more confidently and just 7 minutes later sophomore striker Ryan Tillman took advantage of a Marple keeper mistake with a great hustle goal. It was junior Roee Baror's turn next, scoring off a corner midway thru the 2nd half. And Ryan Tillman got his 2nd goal of the game just a few minutes later to make the final 6-1.
This was a real confidence builder for the Aces and kept them in the Central League hunt. Next Tuesday LM hosts sister school Harriton at 3:45 PM on the turf at Arnold Field. More on this rivalry in the next blog.
Seventeen minutes into the game LM junior Quinn Vagnoni scored from a scrum in front of the Marple net and gave the Aces a 1-0 lead. Just 3 minutes later the Tigers tied it up on a beautiful blast from 20 yards out. With 5 minutes left in the 1st half Vagnoni scored his 2nd goal, again coming from in close, and it was 2-1 LM at halftime.
In the 2nd half the Aces came out pumped and junior Anthony Haines scored a highlite reel goal from well outside the 18 for a 3-1 lead. LM seemed to be moving the ball more confidently and just 7 minutes later sophomore striker Ryan Tillman took advantage of a Marple keeper mistake with a great hustle goal. It was junior Roee Baror's turn next, scoring off a corner midway thru the 2nd half. And Ryan Tillman got his 2nd goal of the game just a few minutes later to make the final 6-1.
This was a real confidence builder for the Aces and kept them in the Central League hunt. Next Tuesday LM hosts sister school Harriton at 3:45 PM on the turf at Arnold Field. More on this rivalry in the next blog.
Friday, September 19, 2014
Disaster on the road
The Aces traveled to Penncrest to play a team that also stood at 3-1 in the Central League. The Lions boasted an offense that scored 15 goals in their first 6 games, while LM's defense only surrendered 2 in their first 8 contests. It promised to be an interesting battle.
On this day, however, it was the offense beating the defense as Penncrest scored 3 goals to upset the 7th ranked Aces 3-0. This loss knocked LM out of a tie for 2nd place in the Central League race, and if they want to successfully defend their Central League title they would need to roll the tables the rest of the way and hope for some help. Radnor defeated Haverford to stay on top at 5-0, while both Conestoga & Springfield, along with Penncrest, also won to keep ahead of the Aces.
Next up LM hosts Marple Newtown tomorrow at 10 AM on the turf at Arnold Field in another key Central League game.
On this day, however, it was the offense beating the defense as Penncrest scored 3 goals to upset the 7th ranked Aces 3-0. This loss knocked LM out of a tie for 2nd place in the Central League race, and if they want to successfully defend their Central League title they would need to roll the tables the rest of the way and hope for some help. Radnor defeated Haverford to stay on top at 5-0, while both Conestoga & Springfield, along with Penncrest, also won to keep ahead of the Aces.
Next up LM hosts Marple Newtown tomorrow at 10 AM on the turf at Arnold Field in another key Central League game.
Thursday, September 18, 2014
LM Soccer Alumni Fundraiser
The 2014 LM soccer season is already into week 4 and hopefully you are getting all the Aces' results, as well as other LM Soccer Alumni news, right here at "Coach D's Blog".
I would like to tell you about our only LMSAA (Lower Merion Soccer Alumni Association) fundraiser each year, the "Steve Fountain Memorial Golf Tournament". It will be held this year on Friday, October 24th, at the Edgmont Golf Club in Edgmont, PA. There are many ways to support our funraiser, and the LMSAA, and you don't have to be a golfer.
If you go to our LM Soccer Alumni website at www.lmsocceralum.org and click on "golf invite" it will give you all the details and the history of the event.
*Here are the ways you can support the LMSAA.
A/ You can play in the golf event as a single golfer (which is a scramble format) and we can pair you up with other LM Soccer Alumni
B/ You can sign up as a foursome and bring 3 friends
C/ If you don't golf you can sign up to be one of the sponsors, or, you may know someone who would like to be a sponsor and get a little publicity & goodwill for their company. Many of you found sponsors for us last year and it was greatly appreciated. This is the life blood of our fundraiser. The golf invite explains how each type of sponsorship works. We are in need of sponsors at all levels.
D/ Or you can just make a donation to the LMSAA
*There are 2 ways to register as a golfer, a sponsor, or to make a donation
1/ pay online at our LM Soccer Alumni website: www.lmsocceralum.org
* at the home page click on the Golf Invite
* scroll down to review all the sponsorship & golfing opportunities
* click on "click here to register" and fill out the registration form
* scroll down again and click on the package that best fits your situation
* click on "submit" and your info will be recorded
* then, if you just want to make a donation click on "Donate"
* or, click on "proceed to purchase golf package" and that will take you to the web store
2/ mail a check for the appropriate amount, made out to "LMSAA", to our LMSAA treasurer, Jim VanDusen (LM class of '89) to the following address:
800 Maple Glen Lane
Wayne, PA 19087-4727
I would like to thank all of you again for your continued support for this event and for Lower Merion Soccer. I hope to hear from you soon.
I would like to tell you about our only LMSAA (Lower Merion Soccer Alumni Association) fundraiser each year, the "Steve Fountain Memorial Golf Tournament". It will be held this year on Friday, October 24th, at the Edgmont Golf Club in Edgmont, PA. There are many ways to support our funraiser, and the LMSAA, and you don't have to be a golfer.
If you go to our LM Soccer Alumni website at www.lmsocceralum.org and click on "golf invite" it will give you all the details and the history of the event.
*Here are the ways you can support the LMSAA.
A/ You can play in the golf event as a single golfer (which is a scramble format) and we can pair you up with other LM Soccer Alumni
B/ You can sign up as a foursome and bring 3 friends
C/ If you don't golf you can sign up to be one of the sponsors, or, you may know someone who would like to be a sponsor and get a little publicity & goodwill for their company. Many of you found sponsors for us last year and it was greatly appreciated. This is the life blood of our fundraiser. The golf invite explains how each type of sponsorship works. We are in need of sponsors at all levels.
D/ Or you can just make a donation to the LMSAA
*There are 2 ways to register as a golfer, a sponsor, or to make a donation
1/ pay online at our LM Soccer Alumni website: www.lmsocceralum.org
* at the home page click on the Golf Invite
* scroll down to review all the sponsorship & golfing opportunities
* click on "click here to register" and fill out the registration form
* scroll down again and click on the package that best fits your situation
* click on "submit" and your info will be recorded
* then, if you just want to make a donation click on "Donate"
* or, click on "proceed to purchase golf package" and that will take you to the web store
2/ mail a check for the appropriate amount, made out to "LMSAA", to our LMSAA treasurer, Jim VanDusen (LM class of '89) to the following address:
800 Maple Glen Lane
Wayne, PA 19087-4727
I would like to thank all of you again for your continued support for this event and for Lower Merion Soccer. I hope to hear from you soon.
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Correction
I had reported in error that the Aces were tied at the top of the Central League standings. Below see the current Central League standings, with Radnor sitting in 1st place.
4-0-0 Radnor
3-1-0 LOWER MERION
3-1-0 Conestoga
3-1-0 Penncrest
3-1-0 Marple Newtown
3-1-0 Springfield
2-2-0 Haverford High
1-3-0 Ridley
1-3-0 Strath Haven
1-3-0 Harriton
0-4-0 Upper Darby
0-4-0 Garnet Valley
4-0-0 Radnor
3-1-0 LOWER MERION
3-1-0 Conestoga
3-1-0 Penncrest
3-1-0 Marple Newtown
3-1-0 Springfield
2-2-0 Haverford High
1-3-0 Ridley
1-3-0 Strath Haven
1-3-0 Harriton
0-4-0 Upper Darby
0-4-0 Garnet Valley
Two old rivals meet
Strath Haven, an old arch rival and once a fixture at the top of the Central League is off to their slowest start in quite some time, with a 1-2 Central League record going into last night's contest with the Aces. There was a stretch awhile ago where either Strath Haven or Lower Merion won the Central League title 9 out of 10 consecutive years. However, one would be foolish to discount the Panthers as they always used to peak when it counted most.
LM certainly had their hands full last night as they used a formula that seems to be working for them this year. Play tough defense and look for your spots. There was no scoring during regulation as Aces' goalkeeper Will Rosenbaum recorded 7 saves behind the strong LM defense. But just 1 minute into sudden victory overtime senior Gian-Luca Hail got one by the Panther keeper and the Aces recorded their 3rd Central League win in a row, along with their 6th shutout of the season.
With Conestoga losing 3-2 to Radnor, this moves LM into a tie at the top of a very bunched Central League race. LM will face off against one of those teams at the top this Thursday when they host Penncrest at 3:45 PM, and another on Saturday when they entertain Marple Newtown at 10:00 AM.
LM certainly had their hands full last night as they used a formula that seems to be working for them this year. Play tough defense and look for your spots. There was no scoring during regulation as Aces' goalkeeper Will Rosenbaum recorded 7 saves behind the strong LM defense. But just 1 minute into sudden victory overtime senior Gian-Luca Hail got one by the Panther keeper and the Aces recorded their 3rd Central League win in a row, along with their 6th shutout of the season.
With Conestoga losing 3-2 to Radnor, this moves LM into a tie at the top of a very bunched Central League race. LM will face off against one of those teams at the top this Thursday when they host Penncrest at 3:45 PM, and another on Saturday when they entertain Marple Newtown at 10:00 AM.
Saturday, September 13, 2014
Alumni Saturday
The 2014 Aces took on a strong physical Pennridge team today and had their hands full. Playing in a very strong league Pennridge has played some of the best teams in the area to very close games, and their game with LM was no different.
Both teams had limited scoring chances but opportunities were there. The defenses proved to be the stars of the game as LM could not get one by the Pennridge keeper and Will Rosenbaum and Gian-Luca Hail both played strong games in helping LM post their 5th shutout of the season. Final score 0-0.
This coming Tuesday evening the Aces travel to Strath Haven for a night game (7 PM) a perfect time to come out and help cheer on the young LM squad.
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2014 LM Soccer Alumni Team (front row left to right: Ron Braverman, Eli Perlman, Drew Misher, Chris Schreiner, Peter Vagnoni, Jon Fleisher, back row; Juan Munoz, Mike Mandarino, John DePrince, Brian Bickell, David Bloovman, Sean Furber, Kevin Escott)
Before the Aces game with Pennridge today our own 2014 LM Soccer Alumni squad faced off against a very good Radnor Alumni club team. The Alumni Aces had a couple of early opportunities but could not convert. Radnor then took charge of the game and scored 3 unanswered goals. Ron Braverman put LM on the board off a nice pass from Jon Fleisher, and a little later in the 1st half Peter Vagnoni converted a beautiful feed from Juan Munoz to narrow the margin to 3-2 at intermission. After another Radnor score Peter Vagnoni's pass found David Bloovman and he found the back of the net to make the score 4-3. With LM pushing forward in the closing minutes to go for the equalizer it was Radnor putting it away with a breakaway goal to secure a 5-3 win.
For those of you who are local, and still can get around the field, we are starting a push now for next year's "Alumni Game". Our goal is to get 28-30 (or more) players out so we can have a LM Alumni vs. LM Alumni game, followed by drinks & food at a local restaurant. Remember, age is only a number, as we had 6 players in the 40's playing this year. Hope you'll join us in 2015.
Both teams had limited scoring chances but opportunities were there. The defenses proved to be the stars of the game as LM could not get one by the Pennridge keeper and Will Rosenbaum and Gian-Luca Hail both played strong games in helping LM post their 5th shutout of the season. Final score 0-0.
This coming Tuesday evening the Aces travel to Strath Haven for a night game (7 PM) a perfect time to come out and help cheer on the young LM squad.
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Before the Aces game with Pennridge today our own 2014 LM Soccer Alumni squad faced off against a very good Radnor Alumni club team. The Alumni Aces had a couple of early opportunities but could not convert. Radnor then took charge of the game and scored 3 unanswered goals. Ron Braverman put LM on the board off a nice pass from Jon Fleisher, and a little later in the 1st half Peter Vagnoni converted a beautiful feed from Juan Munoz to narrow the margin to 3-2 at intermission. After another Radnor score Peter Vagnoni's pass found David Bloovman and he found the back of the net to make the score 4-3. With LM pushing forward in the closing minutes to go for the equalizer it was Radnor putting it away with a breakaway goal to secure a 5-3 win.
For those of you who are local, and still can get around the field, we are starting a push now for next year's "Alumni Game". Our goal is to get 28-30 (or more) players out so we can have a LM Alumni vs. LM Alumni game, followed by drinks & food at a local restaurant. Remember, age is only a number, as we had 6 players in the 40's playing this year. Hope you'll join us in 2015.
Thursday, September 11, 2014
2 for 2
The Aces won their 2nd Central League game in the last 3 days by defeating the Royals of Upper Darby 2-0. LM opened the scoring with a PK, nicely converted by Gian-Luca Hail. Evan Wolff doubled the lead with a goal of his own and the defense took it home from there, recording their 4th shutout of the season. Their overall record now stands at 5-1, with a 2-1 Central League mark.
This Saturday afternoon they will go out of league as they host Pennridge at 2:30 PM on the turf at Arnold Field. At Noon the LM Soccer Alumni team will host the Radnor Alumni team on the upper grass soccer field. Come on out and support our Alumni squad.
This Saturday afternoon they will go out of league as they host Pennridge at 2:30 PM on the turf at Arnold Field. At Noon the LM Soccer Alumni team will host the Radnor Alumni team on the upper grass soccer field. Come on out and support our Alumni squad.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Moving forward
LM began a very important week yesterday with a 2-1 win over neighbor Haverford High. It was a must win for the defending Central League champion Aces to keep their league title hopes alive, having lost their opener to Conestoga last week. Senior Gian-Luca Hail and Arnold Meraz both scored goals to hold off the Fords. LM has another important league game tomorrow when they host Upper Darby at 3:45 PM.
The Aces kept their #7 ranking in the Inquirer Top 10, but Conestoga jumped over them into the #6 position. Haverford School still remains atop the rankings at #1.
This coming Saturday is the annual LM Soccer "Alumni Game", where past LM players will form a team and host a Radnor Alumni squad on Arnold Field. Tap off at Noon, followed by the 2014 Aces hosting non-league opponent Pennridge on the turf at 2:30 PM.
The Aces kept their #7 ranking in the Inquirer Top 10, but Conestoga jumped over them into the #6 position. Haverford School still remains atop the rankings at #1.
This coming Saturday is the annual LM Soccer "Alumni Game", where past LM players will form a team and host a Radnor Alumni squad on Arnold Field. Tap off at Noon, followed by the 2014 Aces hosting non-league opponent Pennridge on the turf at 2:30 PM.
Saturday, September 6, 2014
Bounce Back
After losing a tough 1-0 OT decision to Central League rival Conestoga on Thursday the Aces were looking to bounce back against non-league opponent Archbishop Carroll this morning.
LM rebounded nicely notching a 2-0 victory, with both goals coming off restarts. Senior midfielder Even Wolff got the first one off a long throw-in, and Ryan Tillman later converted from a set piece. The Aces D threw another shutout, their 3rd in 4 games.
The Aces have a big week coming up when they go back into the Central League on Tuesday, traveling to Haverford High (3:45 PM), and on Thursday, hosting Upper Darby (3:45 PM). Saturday begins with the annual "LM Soccer Alumni Game" at Noon on Arnold Field, followed at 2:30 PM when the current Aces host non-league opponent Pennridge.
LM rebounded nicely notching a 2-0 victory, with both goals coming off restarts. Senior midfielder Even Wolff got the first one off a long throw-in, and Ryan Tillman later converted from a set piece. The Aces D threw another shutout, their 3rd in 4 games.
The Aces have a big week coming up when they go back into the Central League on Tuesday, traveling to Haverford High (3:45 PM), and on Thursday, hosting Upper Darby (3:45 PM). Saturday begins with the annual "LM Soccer Alumni Game" at Noon on Arnold Field, followed at 2:30 PM when the current Aces host non-league opponent Pennridge.
Thursday, September 4, 2014
League Opener
This afternoon last year's top two Central League teams faced off in the league opener for both teams. LM (with only 5 seniors on the squad) came in ranked 7th in this week's Inquirer Top 10 Poll and Conestoga 9th, the only 2 Central League teams to make the list.
The 1st half was very uneventful, with neither team trying to possess the ball and both teams getting their few scoring chance from long balls & restarts. The Aces best chance came when sophmore Alex Moureaud found himself open inside the 18 but his shot just missed wide left. Stoga had a mini breakaway but was stoned by LM keeper Will Rosenbaum. 0-0 at halftime.
In the 2nd half the Pioneers came out of their defensive posture and started to string some passes together through midfield, and that resulted in several good scoring chances. For some reason LM's usually solid defense seemed a little unsure on occasion, but was still good enough to keep Stoga off the board during regulation. 0-0 going into sudden-death (golden goal) overtime.
The lack of an offensive thrust on the part of the Aces, and the momentum the Pioneers had created in the 2nd half, proved to be the difference. Six minutes into the first overtime period Stoga scored on a header off a long cross and LM suffered their 1st loss of the new season.
Next up for the Aces is a Saturday non-league game at Archbishop Carroll (11:00 AM).
The 1st half was very uneventful, with neither team trying to possess the ball and both teams getting their few scoring chance from long balls & restarts. The Aces best chance came when sophmore Alex Moureaud found himself open inside the 18 but his shot just missed wide left. Stoga had a mini breakaway but was stoned by LM keeper Will Rosenbaum. 0-0 at halftime.
In the 2nd half the Pioneers came out of their defensive posture and started to string some passes together through midfield, and that resulted in several good scoring chances. For some reason LM's usually solid defense seemed a little unsure on occasion, but was still good enough to keep Stoga off the board during regulation. 0-0 going into sudden-death (golden goal) overtime.
The lack of an offensive thrust on the part of the Aces, and the momentum the Pioneers had created in the 2nd half, proved to be the difference. Six minutes into the first overtime period Stoga scored on a header off a long cross and LM suffered their 1st loss of the new season.
Next up for the Aces is a Saturday non-league game at Archbishop Carroll (11:00 AM).
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
"D" is key
Courtesy of Juan Munoz
The Aces hosted non-league opponent Bonner this afternoon on the grass at Arnold Field. Most of the first 20 minutes was played in the middle third of the field with both teams feeling each other out. As the 1st half continued the Aces began to get the better of the offensive chances, with their defense ever so solid. With 12 minutes remaining in the 1st half it was the Aces' Roee Baror getting a nice thru pass about 40 yards out and neatly converted the breakaway opportunity to give LM a 1-0 halftime lead.
Playing in 91 degree heat was tough on both teams as the play slowed down a little in the 2nd half. With the Aces' defense looking solid it was just a question of whether they would be able to pad their lead. They weren't, so the final was another 1-0 win. This brought LM's overall record to 2-0 for the season, with their Central League opener coming this Thursday at Conestoga (3:45 PM).
Last call for the annual LM Soccer "Alumni Game", Saturday, September 13th, Noon tap off, on the grass at Arnold Field. We could use a few more players. If you're interested email me at: bubdavidson@comcast.net and let me know.
Also, our Facebook campaign to find more LM Soccer Alums is starting to take off. Go to LM Soccer Alumni on Facebook and "like" & "share the site with any other ex-players you keep in touch with.
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