Varsity Soccer report v Mizzentop on Wednesday September 24th, 2008

In a very even contest, DDS could not hold on to their 2-1 lead and succumbed to a second long range goal to end the game in a 2-2 tie. We started the game brightly but found it difficult to get shots in on the Mizzentop goal. A stunning long range strike put Mizzentop one up, although this lead was soon cancelled out by Roan who somehow managed to squeeze a well taken corner in at the near post of the Mizzentop goal. In the DDS goal, Danielle was performing solidly and her kicking was outstanding. In defense throughout the whole game we played with energy and determination. Chris, Alexa and Jon were very solid indeed. Newcomers Paige, Sawyer and Nick played their part too. In midfield, while Ellie and Isabel in particular battled gamely, it was 6th graders Andrew and Sean who demonstrated that passing ability is key to maintaining possesion. It was Alex,playing a solid game throughout, who put pressure on the Mizzentop defense, winning the ball and deftly passing it to the unmarked Danielle who coolly slotted home from close range. Now in goal, Matt pulled off an excellent save to deny Mizzentop the win. As a starting match, things went well but we will need to improve our passing skills and learn to use space more effectively if we are to have a really successful season.