Spartan Men Beat OCC in County Rivalry

The Spartan Men took on the OCC Lazers today in a county rivalry at Emerson Park in Auburn NY. The Spartan's set the pace and tone of the game right from the start with Cayuga getting some early chances on the OCC goal. Both teams worked hard to keep possession and try to find the net, but there was no score in the first half of this exciting contest.

The Spartan's broke the deadlock in the 67th minute when the 2 Co-Captains William Backhouse (Swindon, England) and Muke Heri (Syracuse, NY) combined together for the opening goal. Backhouse became the provider for Heri to put the Cayuga Men in the lead 1-0 with a low shot into the bottom left corner. Both teams came close on both ends of the field but no one could take an advantage. It wasn't till the 74th minute when Muke Heri (Syracuse, NY) was fouled about 25 yards outside the box. Muke took the free kick and floated it into the top corner to finish off the OCC Lazers and win the game for Cayuga.

Coach Wynne talked to us after the game and said, "I'm delighted for the players and especially for Muke who put in a fantastic effort in the game. Backhouse, Boxx, Muke and Oduro all had standout games for the Spartans and I'm proud of the team for all their hard work and effort in tonight's match. It was a game we needed to win and I'm happy for the boys for making that happen".

The Spartans move to 2-3-1 in Regional play and 2-1-1 in MSAC play.