Pirates outmanned, outscored

I didn't mention last week's opening game of the playoffs, as our opponents were unable to field a team, so we took the game by default. Last night, the situation was nearly reversed: at scheduled kick-off, we only had eight players available while Whitby Red had almost twice that number ready to play. As the teams were lining up for the start, two more Pirates came running up to the field, so we only played with a one-man disadvantage.

During the first half, both teams had scoring chances, but only the Reds were able to put points on the board. At the half, the Pirates were down by three goals.

The second half was when the Reds' advantage in numbers started to show, as the Pirates only had a few opportunities to move the ball over the halfway line. Nick M. scored for the Pirates on a break-away, but that was all the attack the Pirates could muster. Final score, 4-1.

The rest of the playoff games will be held on Saturday and Sunday.