Photos: Blackbirds’ Defense Holds Off Warriors
On Saturday, Sept. 30, the Voorheesville boys’ soccer team hosted Mohonasen in a Colonial Council matchup during their homecoming weekend. The Birds bolted out fast but their defense was put to the test in the second half and the Birds held on for the 2-1 victory.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Boxed in: Blackbirds’ Angelo Filho dribbles the ball towards the box but Warriors’ Ryan Nadareski (2), Jack Schoonmaker (5), Jason Bachorik (13), and Nick Corsaro (15) all surround Filho in the first half.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Long shot: Blackbirds’ Jake Johnson looks to drive the ball from outside the penalty box towards goal in the first half. Johnson had a goal and an assist.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Soaring on the field: Blackbirds’ Artie Ambuhl dribbles the ball up the field during the first half.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Change of direction: Blackbirds’ Wiley Dawson-Beilby out jumps everyone during a corner kick as he gets his head on the ball to deflect it toward the net.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Getting away: Blackbirds’ Eli Kirgan uses his speed to escape Warriors’ Nick Corsaro defense to get to the ball. Kirgan had a goal and an assist.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Staying close by: Blackbirds’ Joey Reilly (18) and Mac O’Leary (4) box in Warriors’ Michael De La Cruz as the ball bounces in between the three of them in the second half.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Taking on two: Blackbirds’ Jake Johnson runs after the ball as Warriors’ Connor McCarthy (9) and Jason Bachorik (13) chase after Johnson.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
The final stand: The Voorheesville Blackbirds back line along with keeper Lucas Hillman keep the ball out of the net with the seconds winding down.