The Catamounts Prove to Be a Worthy Foe

After a hard fought battle against Florida Gulf Coast, the Brown Men’s soccer team proceeded to have an intense week of practice, starting with a tough Monday practice, and finishing with the traditional One-touch game on Thursday.  We knew the Florida games were in the rear view mirror and the only thing that mattered was our game against Vermont.  The game took place on a beautiful Friday evening under the lights on Stevenson field. 

Vermont was coming in with a 5-2 record so we knew it was going to be a challenge.  The focus was evident during warm up it had to be there for a full 90 if we were going to get a W in the record books.  The game started at a very high tempo with both teams relentlessly battling to break the 0-0 stalemate.  In the first half, Senior Captain Ben Maurey was able to generate some solid crosses with his left foot that could have easily put us up 1-0 if we had gotten on the end of them.  

The game was up and down the field, with what seemed to be dominated by long balls and clearances.  Vermont’s attack was held at bay by our veteran back line with “Timmy Tammers ” and “Jaaay” showing Vermont what BMS is all about.  After a full 90 and two overtimes, the game ended in a 0-0 draw.  

Mitch Kupstas was huge for us in the net, coming up with some key saves at the right time.  At the end of the day, coach was happy with the way we battled, but it is tough not getting the result we wanted.  The good news is that we were able to keep a shutout for the second game in a row, and get a result when going against a tough opponent.  On to the next one boys!

T-ROCK