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Martlets Finally Back at Home

After starting the season on the road for three games against tough opponents, Westminster found itself at home playing on a cold raw day against Pomfret. The game started off with both teams getting up and down the field and having some opportunities on net. The only goal of the game would come midway through the first half off one of the more bizarre plays many have seen in soccer. After a Pomfret foul in the midfield range Westminster looked to play simple and fast when one of the refs stepped in the passing lane. All the players on the field stopped and looked for a whistle because the ref was the first one to touch the ball within 5 yards of the free kick. A Pomfret player would pick up the loose ball and run 50 yards to score on a break away. Westminster, clearly frustrated with the outcome, would dig deep and play some of the best soccer it has put together all season. The Pomfret goalie would come up with some highlight saves late in the first hall. The second half would see more of the same, high pressure from the home team and the visitors playing defense. Final attempted shots were 22-6, and saves were Pomfret 12 and Peyton Knauf '19 for Westminster with three. Ryan Messina '20 and Zach Papapetros '20 would have a strong game up top with many chances as Nate Pane '19 and John Clofine '21 would hold down the midfield. Jumping into the starting lineup for the first time was Juan Jo Garibay '20 who played outstanding in the outside midfield position. The fullback was anchored by Gabe Grimeh '19 and Scott Wilson '19. It was a solid game overall, and there is a lot to build off of heading into a busy four games in eight days.
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