Post Game Thoughts

After a 2-1 loss the trip back to DC is going to be a long one.  A disappointing performance with a lack of conviction in the final third killing any chance we had of getting something out of this game.  2 second half goals in quick succession stopped any momentum we had started to build and despite a positive 15minutes when we were forced to play with some urgency at 2 down it was not enough despite getting one back with 9 minutes to play.

Today we took a step back as a team as we constantly gave the ball away and more worrying we stopped showing for it.  This for me is more disappointing than giving it away.  The stats don’t lie and as we try and tip tap our way to goal and wait for the perfect shot it never happens and another attack comes to nothing.  Seems a little harsh but that’s the reality and we have to develop a killer instinct in front of goal and a selfishness sometimes to take the responsibility to take the shot on.  We will improve!!

With a day off tomorrow it’ll be back to practice on Tuesday as we prepare for UMBC on Saturday.  We will finally be back at home at the Mount Vernon Complex so no hotels and buses for a couple of weeks.   Next game will be our second home game of the season and the event "Kickin it at the Vern" hopefully will bring some fans out for the game, free food and fun activities.

Almost 4 hours from home and the bus ride took an eventful turn.   Pulling over into the next service station/rest stop earlier than we had intended we had to wait to pick up our Men’s Water Polo team who were having bus troubles coming back from Boston.   After loading up our bus and doubling up on seats, much to the disappointment of everyone we were back on the road and ready to get back home to DC.

Magic Moment of the Day

Ms. Abaie’s homemade oatmeal bars for the ride home