Monday, September 16, 2013

2013 Boys' Varsity Soccer September 16 VS Holland

Holland Christian was fired up on Monday night, as they welcomed Holland High to their home turf. It was all back and forth between the two teams, and both teams had numerous quality scoring chances throughout the first half. The game remained scoreless until Holland was able to break the tie 20 minutes into the first. After a lot more competitive soccer, the half came to a close by a score of 1-0.
The second half also had a lot of opportunities on both sides of the field. On the Maroons side of the field, goalie Luke Schepers was able to make a myriad of saves that kept the Maroons in reach of Holland High. The Maroons got on the board with 13 minutes to play in regulation, when Marcus Hoekstra fired a bullet from 20 yards out that found its way past the Holland keeper. The game stayed knotted up at one goal apiece for the remainder of regulation.
The teams continued to battle throughout the 20 minutes of overtime. Despite the great intensity put forth by both teams, neither team was able to get past the opponent. The game came to a close after overtime with a final score of 1-1


 According to Coach DeBoer, “If we defend well we can play with anybody, and if we stay organized and stay together we can compete with anyone.” That was the case on Monday night, as The Maroons defense was able to control the Holland Dutch. The Maroons' next match will be held at Byron Center High School on Wednesday, September 18, at 6:45.

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