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2007 Portage Central Junior
Varsity Team
JV Game Summaries CONGRATULATIONS PORTAGE CENTRAL JV
ON A SUPER-GREAT SEASON For the final game of the SMAC Tournament Stevensville Lakeshore traveled to Portage Central to face the Portage Central Mustangs. The Mustangs came out strong with many shots on goal, in the first half of the game, but it was not until the 25th minute that PC finally scored. In a great defensive play by Evan Quinones, who moved the ball up the field to Donny Peel, who sent it to Michael Hull for the first goal. In the second half, our offense was bombarding the goalie with shots, it was Kevin Ledden that finally sent it into the net. With two minutes remaining in the game, Cameron Restivo, tapped the ball to Manuel Valle for an easy goal from in front of the net. In a very offensive game for the Mustangs, with 25 shots on goal to Stevensville’s 2 shots on goal. The Mustangs had many close shots with their continued pressure on the Lakeshore goal which sent the PC fans to their feet in hopes of another goal.
Final Score: Portage Central -3 and Stevensville Lakeshore – 0
Portage Northern – SMAC Tournament The JV Portage Central Mustangs faced cross-town rivals the Portage Northern Huskies at the PN field. The last time these two teams faced each other the Mustangs won 2-0. The game proved to be a very physical one, with both teams battling to be the first to score. It was not until the 31st minute that Michael Hull set one in from the left side to Cameron Restivo to tap one in from in front of the goal. The remainder of the game was one of ball control and excellent defensive play. Keenan Cronyn and Andrew Galer each had a great game in goal. The efforts of defenders, Carson Carpenter, Dan Mucha, and Brad Elliston help prevent some scoring opportunities by the PN Huskies.
Final Score: Portage Central -1 and Portage Northern – 0
Forest Hills Eastern Forest Hills came south to visit the PC Mustangs on an unseasonable fall day, with temperatures in the high 80’s and a lot of humidity, the day made for a summer-like game. The teams were equally challenged and the first goal finally came in the 28th minute with a corner kick to Kevin Ledden who sent it to Zak Yamami for an easy Mustang goal. Unfortunately a few minutes later Forest Hills sent one in the net as well. The second half was a battle of defense without a goal being scored by either team. Final Score: Portage Central -1 and Forest Hills Eastern - 1
Mattawan – SMAC Tournament The Mattawan Wildcats came to PC to try to even the score as they came to face our Portage Central Mustangs, the Wildcats taking a 3-0 loss the last time we faced each other, the Wildcats came out strong. It was not until the 28th minute that Zak Yamani sent one from the right side to Joe Higashi for a nice score from in front of the net. Four minutes later Dan Mucha drove one up the field for a nice play to Michael Hull for our second score. Goalie Andrew Galer managed a shut out in the first half. It was not until the second half that we scored again in the 63rd minute with our new secret weapon, Michael Hull, who blended his defensive skills and his offensive skills to drive the ball through the Mattawan defenders and to the goal for his second goal of the evening. Keenan Cronyn almost had a shut out in the second half; however the Wildcats managed to sneak one in during the last 20 seconds of play.
Final Score: Portage Central -3 and Mattawan -1
St. Joseph The Portage Central Mustangs marched west to face the St Joseph Bears. It was another beautiful day for soccer a bit cloudy but the temps were in the mid 70’s. In the opening kick off, Michael Hull rushed the goal, but was denied, this was just a warm-up for things to come, in the 8th minute Michael Hull again charged the net and laid in a beauty! 12 minutes later, Joe Higashi tapped one to Hull and he was able to pass the defense for another perfect goal. Later, in the 31st minute Zak Yamani set up Mike Smodic for the teams 3rd goal. The second half was a battle of defense with both teams having only three shots on goal. The Mustangs were able to count on the strong defensive effort by Dan Mucha, Brad Elliston and Evan Quinones. Unfortunately in the 68th minute, the Bears managed to sneak a goal, ending Andrew Galer’s chance for another shutout.
Grand Rapids Christian The Portage Central Mustangs traveled to the beautiful new Eagle Stadium at Grand Rapids Christian. The new turf provided a fast paced game and the Mustangs quickly adapted to the turf. Our Mustangs scored in the 24th minute when the Eagles fouled Carson Carpenter which set up a foul kick and after a couple shots on goal, Manuel Valle nicely placed one in the net. The remainder of the game was a defensive battle between the teams.
Ann Arbor The Ann Arbor Pioneers traveled west to face our JV PC Mustangs in a non-conference match on a cloudy and breezy September evening. The Pioneers struck first with a goal early in the first half. It was not until there were 5 minutes remaining in the second half that the Mustangs hit their first goal. Hunter Tolley took an outside shot from the left side after the ball had rebounded from several shots on goal. Our second goal came just a minute later as Joe Higashi sent one to Michael Hull as Michael was able to drive it in for as sweet goal. Everyone was glad to see the return of Kyle Stewart to the bench, though he came in on crutches, we all wish Kyle a speedy recovery. Final Score: Portage Central - 2 and Ann Arbor – 1
Sturgis The Sturgis Trojans traveled north to face our Portage Central Mustang JV team. The day was muggy and windy, with storms coming in from the south west. As usual for this team, PC kept the ball on the Sturgis side of the field. The Mustangs had 12 shots on goal and it was not until the 25th minute that Donny Peel sent one from the center to the left side for Mike Smodic to nicely place our first goal in the upper ninety. Seven minutes later Peel tapped the ball to Michael Hull, who drove it to the net for a great score. Hull did a great job moving from his usual defensive position to the offensive game. Kevin Ledden proved to be a great defensive player as he dropped back to fill Hull's shoes. The second half only lasted 2 minutes as the sound of thunder threatened the game.
Kalamazoo Central
The Portage Central JV Mustangs faced the
Kalamazoo Central Giants at the Portage Central fields on another beautiful
night of soccer. With many of our players out due to injuries the rest of
the team stepped up to meet the challenge, playing longer on the field and
sometimes filling in positions left open by injured players. In the third
minute of the game Donny Peel crossed the ball over to Evan Carpenter for
our first score. Our next score did not come again until the 3 minute of the
second half when Donny Peel again crossed the ball to Cameron Restivo for
the Mustang’s second goal. Our third goal came with 9 minutes left as
Cameron sent a ball to Zak Yamani. The game was dominated by PC, our
defense, led by the experience of Dan Mucha, kept the ball away from our end
of the field preventing Kalamazoo Central from having any shots on goal. Our
offense kept the KC goalie busy by delivering 29 shots on goal. Final Score: Portage Central -3 and Kalamazoo Central - 0
West Ottawa The Portage Central JV Mustangs welcomed the West Ottawa team to Portage on a beautiful Saturday, with the sun shining and the temperature near 57 F, occasional clouds brought a chill to the fans. West Ottawa started the game strong with a goal in the 7th minute. Our Mustangs then played a very defensive game and stopped West Ottawa from scoring. West Ottawa pressured us with 9 shots on goal to our 2 shot in the first half. The second half began and it was a new game. The Mustangs came out stronger and West Ottawa found themselves playing more defense. The Mustangs picked up their offense and had 6 shots on goal to only 3 shots on goal by the West Ottawa team. WO responded by playing a very physical game, 2 of their players drew 3 fouls each and one even received a yellow card. Unfortunately, with all our effort, we did not manage to get the ball in the net. We thank Tyler Champion for joining us and providing his goalie talents to the game.
Loy Norrix
The Portage Central JV Mustangs traveled to
the plush fields of Loy Norrix High School on a beautiful night for soccer.
It was a sunny mild evening with temps in the mid 70’s and the Mustangs took
charge immediately on the slow moving field.
Portage Northern The Portage Central JV Mustangs battled rivals Portage Northern‘s JV Husky team at Portage Central. The temperature offered a cool evening for soccer, but the winds of around 20 mph presented a bit of a challenge to both teams. Our Mustangs played like a finely seasoned team that came together so perfectly. PC scored the first goal of the game, Michael Hull to Evan Carpenter. At the end of the first half it was PC 1 and PN 0. The PN Huskies came out strong in the second half threatening to score, but great goal keeping and a strong defense kept their shots out of the net. Kyle Stewart saved the day on at least two occasions. In the 11th minute of the second half Michael Hull took the kick after a PN foul and sent it to Carson Carpenter, who booted it in for a Mustang goal.
The 2007 Loy Norrix High School Invitational This invitational tournament was hosted by Loy Norrix High School on a day that was perfect for soccer, mild temps and sunny. The PC JV Mustangs first faced Comstock. The Mustangs offense was strong and kept the ball in Comstock territory most of the game. Joe Higashi scored our first goal in the 15th minute of the first half. Followed by a goal by Evan Carpenter. Comstock managed to get a goal in during the last 10 seconds of the first half. During the second half it was during the 19th minute in that Evan Carpenter scored again with an assist from Kevin Ledden. Donny Peel came up with the last goal of the game for the Mustangs. Again near the end of the half, Comstock scored. Final Score: Portage Central 4 and Comstock 2 The Mustangs were place in the winner’s bracket of the tournament and faced the Lawton Blue Devils. Again the Mustangs were on a shooting spree! It began with a ball from Brad Elliston to Cameron Restivo and into the net. Four minutes later, Joe Higashi sent one to Evan Carpenter for an easy score. Donny Peel, assisted by Mike Smodic, scored the last goal of the 1st period. The second period began with a sweet shot by Joey Higashi and tipped by Donny Peel. Cameron Restivo scored our next goal with and assist from Carson Carpenter. And after many offensive passes near the goal, Mike Smodic was able to get the fall in.
Final Score: Portage Central – 6 and Lawton
– 0 Mattawan Wildcat country welcomed Portage Central JV Mustangs to a hot evening of soccer. Our attack began 6 minutes into the first half as Brad Elliston passed to the right side of the field to Zak Yamani for a sweet shot into the net. Just 3 minutes later Joe Higashi sends one in from the left side, assisted by Hunter Tolley. 14 minutes into the second the Zack attack team of Zak Yamani and Zack Alkhamis scored the Mustang third goal. Our great defensive team kept the Wildcats away from the goal.
Forest Hills Central The Portage Central JV Mustangs traveled to Forest Hills Central in Grand Rapids to face the Forest Hills Central Rangers. The Mustangs came on strong scoring the first goal of the game and of our season. With an assist from Hunter Tolley, Evan Carpenter put one in. Forest Hills scored and at the end of the first half the score was Forest Hills 1 and Portage Central 1. The second half was an even battle between the two teams, unfortunately the Rangers came up with a game winning goal.
East Grand Rapids On August 21, Portage Central Men's JV Soccer team hit the field hard for their 2007 season opener at East Grand Rapids High School. The game surprisingly ended in a 0-0 tie, not at all reflecting the dominance that the JV team displayed. The Mustang's out shot their opponents 28-0 and maintained well seasoned ball control throughout the game. We will be expecting a great season for our young team of 11 sophomores and 9 freshmen.
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