The first game found our team pitted against the KSC (Kirkwood Soccer Club) Ohio team. After a good showdown, our team prevailed 2-1 and progressed to the championship game.
Our boys and girls broke for lunch and some rest, then took to the field, this time battling against the HSC (Hockessin Soccer Club) Phantoms. This time, the Inferno found themselves in unfamiliar territory, largely playing defense. Despite this, the first half of the game passed by scoreless.
After a bit of encouragement from Coach Kevin, the Inferno came out of half-time swinging. About 10 minutes into the 2nd half, the Inferno were the first score. Now they just needed to hold on to it.
With about 2 minutes left in the game, and victory seemingly in sight, things seemed to go awry. The Phantom's scored. The wind seemed to leave our sails as the Phantom's and their family and friends erupted into celebration.
But their celebration was short lived. The referee called the Phantom's off-sides and took back the goal. We were up 1-0 again with mere minutes on the clock. Surely feeling robbed, the Phantom's fought harder then ever.
In the end, they were unable to catch up. The win and the championship went to the Inferno. Congratulations, Team!
What follows is this year's highlight reel I assembled as a memento for the team...
