Diamonds pull a rabbit out of a hat for 5th win

The Blue Diamonds got a big scare on Saturday from the Yellow Jackets, who led most of the game. The Diamonds rallied late to pull out a 3-2 win at De Anza Park before an estimated crowd of 37 loyal followers.

The Yellow Jackets score two first period goals and held off the Diamonds pressure offense for much of the game, but Whitney and Alyssa scored second half goals late to help pull out the win.

Karsyn and Jackie rotated on offense for much of the game, with Whitney & Alyssa, keeping the offensive pressure on the Jackets. Things heated up in the second half when the Diamonds scored their two unanswered goals to take the lead.

Samantha and Anna were stellar in goal, even though the Jackets cracked the Diamonds defense early. Both players made nice stops on several scoring chances by the opposition. Goaltending has been a strength all season long , but it was put to the test.


Jackie & Whitney advance
Melanie and Lauren back stopped the defense, shutting down the Jackets in the second half. The team was forced to pay special attention to the Jackets offense, which had exceptional ball handling skills. Both players always seemed to be in the right place at the right time, when the Jackets moved the ball over the mid-field line.

Coach Darren substituted for Coach Hank, maintaining his own perfect coaching record (1-0-0). A team spokesman released a statement indicating that “Coach Hank was out on a recruiting trip that took him to soccer hotbeds London, Milan, Buenos Aires, and Milpitas.” He was seen at departing San Francisco International Airport after last weeks game with a suitcase overflowing with cash, apparently scouting the world for new talent to supplement his roster.

Rumors have been circulating that Coach Hank is unhappy with his contract, and his absence was intended to send a message to team management.

An anonymous player was quoted after the game as saying that “…Coach Hank sure missed out on some great treats this week!” Many construe the comment as support for the coach who is revered by fans and players alike. Team management did not respond to the comments.

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