Tables Turn
An unfortunate loss for the mighty Kmcc/Seas United and a victorious win for the skillful Sung Sam. Both squads played with vigor throughout the entire match even though they faced harsh and unpleasant weather conditions. Throughout the match, success seemed to favor the men of Kmcc, who had serveral opportunities when their offense penetrated the defense of Sung Sam, but Sung Sam was able to maintain the composure of their defense and ultimatley eliminate any chances that Kmcc had in the early half. On the offensive, Sung Sam pressured Kmcc/Seas United with numerous shot attempts which later converted to a header goal by Arthur Baek (Sung Sam F.C.), thus creating a 1 - 0 lead for Sung Sam. After the first half, both teams played with more intensity and were deteremined to outscore and outhussle the opposing team. Within the following minutes of the second half, Sung Sam scores three amazing goals, but Kmcc gets on the scoreboard with a penalty goal. In the closing minutes of the match, Sung Sam was able to score another goal to top off their victory. In the end, the final score was Sung Sam 5 and Kmcc/Seas United 1.
Submitted by Peter Yun, St. Thomas
KMCC Comes from Behind to Rout St. Mary�s
What looked to be a low scoring match in the first half became anything but as KMCC/SEAS Utd. showed why they sit atop of the league. Nam Kyu Kim scored as the St. Mary�s offense slipped past KMCC�s defense in the middle of the first half. KMCC�s defense looked shaky in the first but soon came together and did not allow another goal for the rest of the match. Down 1-0 heading into the second half, KMCC capitalized on a flurry of fast-breaks. Nathan Tadaro scored early in the second half with the equalizer. Both sides battled it out in the mid field for possession of the ball; he has scored in every match this season. Fabio of KMCC scored what ended up being the game winner halfway through the second half. St. Mary�s failed to take advantage of their own fast breaks as a few shots barely missed becoming goals. KMCC�s Chris Yoon capped off KMCC�s comeback win with a bloop shot over St. Mary�s goalie John Kim. The match further distances KMCC from the rest of the league with their fourth straight victory.
Submitted by Peter Lee, Sung Sam
Tables turn as St. Mary��s defeat the Mighty Sung Sam
It turns out that the game was unfortunate for both sides due to the officials of the game. Both halves of the game had unfair calls, late reactions, and careless errors during the match. It was unfortunate for Sung Sam F.C to have lost such a crucial game after preparing the team mentally and physically. However the results of the game were upsetting and unfair for both teams. Captain (St. Thomas F.C.) / Referee Peter Yun replied after the match, �� I have to say, that this game was a learning experience for all of us, the ref��s the teams, and the fans, that any sport you play there are going to be mistakes made and things said that not everyone will agree with. However, this game brought out the true meaning of soccer- that no matter how much aggression the game brings about, in the end it's the love and fellowship within the game that makes it all worthwhile." Both teams had a great game, played hard and made the most spectacular goals! Goals by Dennis Kim (Sung Sam F.C) and Chris Nam Kyu Kim (St. Mary��s F.C.) show what soccer is all about, from a hat trick hero, to a soaring 20-yard free kick. Other goals were amazing, an awesome rebound shot, with a sailing penalty kick to top it off. The competition is not over yet folks! Watch out for the upcoming match on Sunday between Kmcc/Seas United and St. Thomas F.C, where they will battle it out for 1st place.
Submitted by Peter Yun
Close Match Gets Heated
For most of the first half, the defenses controlled the game as neither KMCC/SEAS Utd. nor St. Thomas FC could not get many shots on goal. Both defenses did an excellent job of clearing the ball and forcing the opposing players to the sidelines as the first half ended in a 0-0 tie. The urgency to score became more evident as both KMCC and St. Thomas inched closer and closer to the goals with each consecutive drive. A rather timid game turned heated as KMCC�s Chris Yoon and St. Thomas� Albert Song collided as both were going for a high ball. During injury time, as both teams were concerned with their players health, words were exchanged with yellow cards being handed out to both sides. Referee Fabian Kwak later commented that yellow cards had to be given out or the match could have turned very dirty. The only goal of the night came from KMCC�s Nathan Tadaro who scored off a penalty kick halfway through the second half. KMCC�s victory leaves them undefeated in league play while dropping St. Thomas to 1-2. The match could have gone either way as both teams played well. In the end, we realized that however great our intentions are for playing this sport, tensions can run high during a match. We just have to remind ourselves that after words are said, fouls are given, and tempers are heated, we can not lose sight of the fact we are all brothers and sisters in Christ and soccer is just a game.
