Analysis – Harborfields vs. Comsewogue

Following the first half, it was clear that neither team was going to pull away from the other.  Both Harborfields and Comsewogue seemed very calm and controlled on the offensive side of the ball, yet were unable to capitalize.  Neither team had any success in pushing the ball in transition due to the fact that both defenses were playing fundamentally sound and both goalies weren’t giving up any easy goals.  The offensive star power that we were expecting to see was nowhere to be found, and instead, we were treated to a defensive showdown.  Both goalies were outstanding, making key free position saves and communicating with their defenses.  For the most part, the first half was an even fought battle that contained great saves, physicality, and big time clears.  When the clock finally hit zero at the end of the half 2-1 was the score in favor of Comsewogue.

With the start of the second half, Harborfields scored a quick goal in transition to tie up the game. The game quickly went back to a defensive standstill.  Comsewogue managed to net one more a few minutes later to retake the lead 3-2. However, it was still anyone’s game with 10 minutes left to play.  Out of nowhere, Harborfields scored a quick 2, one in transition and one off of a free position shot to take their first lead of the game.  With that, Harborfields managed to seal the deal as they held possession for over four minutes. 

Grace Zagaja, who is committed to play lacrosse at Navy, did it all for the Cyclones in a 1 goal victory over Comsewogue. Dominant on the draws, great between the lines, and netted a key goal for her team, Zagaja earned String King Player of the Game. Photo taken by FLG Lacrosse

Below you will find key stats from our String King Game of the Week between Harborfields and Comsewogue.