March 19, 2009

Generals Down #3 Howard CC

The Herkimer Men's lacrosse team traveled to Baltimore, Maryland during spring break to play two nationally ranked opponents. The Generals defeated #3 in the nation Howard CC 18-11.

Herkimer's goalie Danny Solazzo finished the day with 17 saves and freshman Bentray Reed had 4 saves.

The Generals' offense played a complete game keeping the ball headed up field towards Howard's goalies all day. This began with the outstanding face off domination Herkimer had all day. Freshman Zeppy O'Geen won 14 face offs and lost only 5, while fellow freshman midfielder Christian Quinn won 6 and lost only 2. Spencer Smith split with winning 1 and losing 1. Herkimer's offense was led by JP Finn who had a busy day with 4 goals and 5 assists while fellow captains Doug Hoch finished with 4 goals and 4 assists with David Limbouris having a huge day with 6 goals and 1 assist. First line midfielder Tom Szevin had a very unselfish day with 1 goal and 4 assists. Freshman A.J. Vittorio had 2 goals and 1 assist.

Herkimer is now 2 - 1 overall and looks to improve on their record on Saturday when they play at CCBC Essex beginning at 3pm. Also Herkimer plays at home on Saturday March 28th against region 3 opponent Alfred State at 1pm.