Boys’ Soccer Pressuring Opponents

by Noah Rosendorf ‘17

After a disappointing season last year, the boys’ varsity soccer team has found their footing this fall and is currently 5-6. Much of the Warriors’ success can be credited to their defensive pressure on the field.

“Our success this season depends on how well we put pressure on the ball. If we pressure the ball correctly, teams get rattled,” said Coach Matt Parsons.

The Warriors will look to get back to their winning ways tonight at 5:15 in a home game against Blair, after suffering a heartbreaking 2-1 loss in double overtime at Magruder on October 4. The season concludes with two difficult home games against B-CC and Churchill.

In attack, the Warriors strive to hold on to possession, often playing through the feet of junior midfielder Alhaji Turay. He creates opportunities to score by sending through balls to the attackers. Junior striker Ronald Little has contributed six goals and three assists which has led the team to crucial victories.

“It is mainly our mindset that determines the outcome of the game. When we are positive and calm, we mostly do what we are expected to do,” said senior striker Cherif Dicko.