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Post by gallstar on Feb 23, 2020 15:54:54 GMT -6
This could arguably be the best game of the four in this year's state tournament. I'm confident that St. Thomas More is the most robust team that I've seen from an overall physical and size perspective. St. Amant never recovered after playing them from various aches and pains. It was a 2-0 victory for St. Amant, but it was a long term loss. They never really got healthy again after that match. The physical attributes are one piece of the puzzle; the second is a group of 20 plus that can play a very technical game. They have a large contingent of club kids that make up their roster and will be the more possession-oriented team. I think STM must stick to their brand of soccer and not get pulled into a more open and direct match. If the free direct style is available, I Like Holy cross a lot. However, the STM side chooses to play a significant opportunity exists because they're probably the most overall talented team in D2. I will enjoy seeing them a second time, and nobody should interpret them as dirty. They're not At all But rather Just very energetic and physically gifted.
Holy Cross has been the D2 the horse I've ridden all season, and there is no reason to get off of them now. What I saw from them over their past two matches is a coming of age. I loved the experience they gained from playing McKinely in such a hostile atmosphere. Then when all seemed to be mounting against them, they found their 4th goal. They did not panic, and that was very impressive. The next game was Ben Franklin. The same team they had beaten 3-0 earlier in the season, but most felt the 3-0 score was A bit exaggerated. Meaning these two programs we're very close. It's so tough to beat a team twice that's very close in talent, but Holy Cross got it done. These two games have grown their young squad by leaps and bounds. They'll need this added toughness to stand up to STM. Where I think HC will find success is the same place they found it vs. McKinely. They played a quick Transition game To their Incredibly gifted front Two. They Attacked the Corners very Well and Hit some Great balls Back into The middle For the Easy tap ins. Holy Cross is much better at defending than they've been given credit for as well. I like their coaches and team a great deal.
Gallstar picks Holy Cross 2-1
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Post by First Touch on Feb 23, 2020 15:58:35 GMT -6
I ll take ed white or Denham springs in this one ,
Both beat both of them this season
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Post by soccerdad70448 on Feb 23, 2020 16:10:03 GMT -6
St. Thomas More will use their superior athletic ability and take the D2 crown westward, 4-1. Holy Cross has enjoyed a nice run lately, but in this one allows a season high in goals scored against. Congrats to STM on a most successful season.
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Post by uhscubs1 on Feb 23, 2020 16:11:21 GMT -6
STM 3-1
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Post by DocT on Feb 23, 2020 16:17:25 GMT -6
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Post by drogba on Feb 23, 2020 16:29:26 GMT -6
Reminds me very much of game 4 years ago. HC young probably got to finals early lost to STM 1 nil. VERY young again and I am sure are thrilled to be back in the game and have a chance at defending 2 in a row. But for that tough end of year STM scheduled they would r the 1 seed. Head says STM but my ❤️ Is with Get in the 🥅🥅🥅🥅🐯🐯🐯🐯
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Post by shadowman06 on Feb 23, 2020 17:38:12 GMT -6
I ll take ed white or Denham springs in this one , Both beat both of them this season They made it to the State Final? |
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Post by Formerhcpops on Feb 23, 2020 17:54:36 GMT -6
Thread headlines based on coaches' poll rankings now?
HC DS game was played while some HC starters at showcase but no excuses, good team beat us.
This should be a great title match.
Go Tigers!
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Post by Soccer dad on Feb 23, 2020 18:20:35 GMT -6
I believe it will be a very close game. 1-0 STM in a nail biter.
I really have nothing to go on as these two team haven’t played the same opponent all season but more of gut feeling.
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Post by soccerdad70448 on Feb 23, 2020 18:53:51 GMT -6
Thread headlines based on coaches' poll rankings now? HC DS game was played while some HC starters at showcase but no excuses, good team beat us. This should be a great title match. Go Tigers! No excuses, but you will still provide one huh? Wanna make a bet on the outcome of the game? |
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Post by Formerhcpops on Feb 23, 2020 19:15:26 GMT -6
Thread headlines based on coaches' poll rankings now? HC DS game was played while some HC starters at showcase but no excuses, good team beat us. This should be a great title match. Go Tigers! No excuses, but you will still provide one huh? Wanna make a bet on the outcome of the game? Nope, not a gambler and wouldn't bet on a kid's game if I were. Should be a great match between two great teams. Go Tigers! |
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Post by soccerdad70448 on Feb 23, 2020 19:30:29 GMT -6
No excuses, but you will still provide one huh? Wanna make a bet on the outcome of the game? Nope, not a gambler and wouldn't bet on a kid's game if I were. Should be a great match between two great teams. Go Tigers! Oh come on.... I agree it is going to be a great match and can respect you are not a gambler. But I was thinking only a friendly bet. |
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Post by HCdad on Feb 23, 2020 19:56:15 GMT -6
I really have nothing to go on as these two team haven’t played the same opponent all season but more of gut feeling. What are you talking about? Am I parade drunk? |
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Post by Soccer dad on Feb 23, 2020 20:08:05 GMT -6
I really have nothing to go on as these two team haven’t played the same opponent all season but more of gut feeling. What are you talking about? Am I parade drunk? Must be! I was just saying that it is hard to match up these two teams because HC has not played any team that STM has played. |
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Post by drogba on Feb 23, 2020 20:17:33 GMT -6
Nope, not a gambler and wouldn't bet on a kid's game if I were. Should be a great match between two great teams. Go Tigers! Oh come on.... I agree it is going to be a great match and can respect you are not a gambler. But I was thinking only a friendly bet. Bringing that Lakeshore Salt. 😀. Fun district great rivalries with BF HC and Lakeshore |
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Post by HCdad on Feb 23, 2020 20:41:16 GMT -6
What are you talking about? Am I parade drunk? Must be! I was just saying that it is hard to match up these two teams because HC has not played any team that STM has played. If my memory is correct there have been three common opponents. |
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Post by Soccer dad on Feb 23, 2020 20:58:39 GMT -6
Must be! I was just saying that it is hard to match up these two teams because HC has not played any team that STM has played. If my memory is correct there have been three common opponents. You know what. I am wrong and you are right. ED White, Denham springs, and Southside. |
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Post by soccerdad70448 on Feb 23, 2020 21:13:03 GMT -6
Oh come on.... I agree it is going to be a great match and can respect you are not a gambler. But I was thinking only a friendly bet. Bringing that Lakeshore Salt. 😀. Fun district great rivalries with BF HC and Lakeshore You know what? It is a fun district. Lots of quality soccer and exciting games. |
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Post by First Touch on Feb 24, 2020 6:56:06 GMT -6
I ll take ed white or Denham springs in this one , Both beat both of them this season They made it to the State Final? Yep they both won d2 already |
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Post by dookieshoes31 on Feb 24, 2020 7:56:59 GMT -6
I ll take ed white or Denham springs in this one , Both beat both of them this season Lol. u so funny. can't get over the fact that ed white couldn't even get to the semifinals, eh? don't worry. there's always next year. |
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