Carmel vs. Salinas

The Varsity played a great game last night and beat Salinas (3 Time defending League Champion), 13-9 last night. I will provide the link to the article written by John Devine in the Monterey Herald. He summed up the night beautifully. http://www.montereyherald.com/sports/ci_16019405?nclick_check=1

There were many positives to this game that we take away. The main thing I am most pleased with was the boys mental resolve. We took an early lead in the 1st quarter by 3 goals and basically kept that lead the entire game. Salinas took the lead down the 2 a few times, but each time they did the boys answered back with another big goal or big steal. Due to a clerical error at the desk (sorry to single you guys out at the desk, haha, but please don't make that mistake again, haha) we were forced to play the entire 4th quarter without Jay Louis. A little adversity was overcome by the boys as the 2 goal lead we had to begin the 4th quarter was extended to 4 goals by the end of the game. The boys kept their cool and kept playing good water polo. It truly was a great team effort.

Leading scorers were:
Ben Evered had the best game of his career for Carmel. He had 6 big goals and along with Brady Hopkins covered Salinas' big threat Brian Morton all game. Ben Price was fantastic in his first big game as a varsity goalie, tallying 8 saves and 1 assist. Brady Hopkins had 4 goals and 5 steals. Jay Louis drew much of the defensive attention early from Salinas and was limited to 1 goal. He adapted his game nicely and lead the team with 3 assists. Romi Kristl provided 2 huge 4 quarter goals that were pivotal in us retaining our lead. Ben Regan, Joe Hamwey, Ryan Marden and Emilio Eisner rounded out a great defensive effort.

It was great to see so many alumni and alumni family present. This was a big win for us, but we have a long ways to go. No rest for the weary. We get back to hardwork today. We still have much work to do.

The JV's continue to handle their recent opponents some dominance. They prevailed 21-5. We are pleased with what we see from them so far. They will be challenged big time this weekend as they play some very tough opponents at the Hollister tournament. Good job JV's.

P.S. We have fewer game for the freshman team, but it is so important for the freshman to see the game played. Please make it possible for the freshmen boys to come watch the Varsity and JV play even if they do not have a game that day. We need more support and it helps them learn the game better.

Coach Gaily