It has been several years since there was a JV Boys Soccer team, and there has never been a JV Girls Soccer team. That all changed yesterday, however, when both these squads took to the field in the first JV soccer games of the year. The creation of JV programs in soccer is an important step in the overall soccer program. It allows the younger players in the Upper School, who might not be ready for Varsity action, a chance to play in real games and obtain some competitive experience. Thanks to their coaches, Mrs. Schwam (girls) and Mr. Sandoval (boys) for helping get these programs started.
How Did the JV Girls Do?
The JV Girls Soccer team played an excellent and hard fought game against the JV girls from Sacred Heart of NYC. After falling behind 2-0 in the first half the young Lady Panthers fought back behind some strong goaltending from Hope Mulry and some fine midfield play from Tatiana ("Tat") Parris. Sophomore Marian Juste scored for Portledge early in the second half and it looked as if a miracle comeback was under way. Unfortunately, it was not to be as the girls from Sacred Heart added an insurance goal shortly before time ran out. It was a great effort from the Portledge side, and it looks as if this team will have a bright future.
How About the JV Boys Game?
Well, the JV Boys Soccer team had a bit of a rough start. Playing against a Varsity team from IPPSAL Division II ( Martin Luther), the Portledge boys went down to defeat by a score of 6-0. All was not negative though as their were several extended periods of fine play from the young Panthers. Coach Sandoval was not deterred in his optimism about this fine group of athletes.
" The boys gave it their all today, had I not made some real coaching blunders, we would have had a better result".
Just kidding, my embellishment, the big guy coached a great game, and I'm sure we will see better results as the season goes along.
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