Great offense & defense ends up in tie against South Kent
The Cardinals of South Kent, last year’s New
England champion, came to Millbrook Saturday. The contest which
ensued was a classic battle between opposites. South Kent
brought a number of highly skilled individuals to face a Millbrook squad which
prides itself on tenacious team play. The contrast was apparent early. South
Kent’s elite players made forays down field, only to be stymied by
the defensive play of the Mustangs. After trading opportunities for nearly 30
minutes, Mauri took a fine through pass around the defense and scored to put
the home team ahead. The lead was short-lived; South Kent
retaliated less than a minute later. Momentum swung to the Cardinals, who
scored again on a well struck ball from Portillo. Regrouping at the half,
Millbrook stormed back into the contest. The Mustangs applied relentless
pressure, and caused confusion in the defensive third. Baldo’s goal with less
than 15 to play evened the contest. From this point, South Kent
weathered the onslaught created by Millbrook, turning away several scoring
bids. Each side managed one more superb chance before settling for the tie.
Millbrook standouts this afternoon were Mills, Lehrecke and Augustine, who
played superb defensive soccer in the back. In addition, Abbott and A. Navarro
produced great work up front, supported nicely by Bailly and Benjamin in the
midfield.