September 26, 2021 | Medway, MA
Opening
Another beautiful day with an opportunity to execute the hard work done in training all week. The sessions were demanding physically, mentally, and tactically. The Ladies responded well to those challenges, which reflected during their performance today.
Scorpions possessed great quality of their own, demonstrated the ability to match up well against the Gunners. However, as the game went on, the Lady Gunners imposed their dominance, controlling most facets of the game, from defensive shutdowns of attacks, to consistent possession in the midfield. At the half, the Gunners took a 1-0 lead into the break.
2nd Half- Final Result
At first, it seemed as if the adjustments discussed were not working, as the Scorpions had long stretches of possession in the Gunners defensive 3rd. Once again, the Lady Gunners displayed resilience, patience, and eventually turned things in their favor. Once they regained control, there was no turning back. With a 3-0 final score, it was a deserving win against a strong opponent.
At halftime, the Gunners camp addressed the following concerns: 1- plugging the hole vacated on the left back position; 2- maintaining the defensive shape in the middle of the park; 3- be more clinical finishing scoring opportunities.
This performance demanded more out of players, due to injuries, and the absence of our starting striker, Ryan. Our outstanding performers were: Lydia- tireless play in midfield, disrupted opponent attacks through anticipation and controlled ball distribution. Lexi- scored 2 goals, generated from her hustle play, and assisted one to Gabby.
Congrats to you both on a well-deserved Players of the Match Award!!
Unfortunate Injury
Injuries are an unfortunate part of athletics, we know they happen, but hope they never come. Lexa B. fell, after a coming together in the midfield, later discovered she broke a forearm bone. 
We wish Lexa a speedy recovery, and will miss her tenacity on the pitch during her absence.
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