The Matadors broke the tied game when sophomore Melissa Foster soon scored another goal with an assist from Bryne after several consecutive short corners. This goal held off the Dons for the rest of the first half, and the ball continued to be controlled by the Matadors.
In the start of the second half, the Dons were able to have more time and possession with the ball, causing tension in the game as they began to play more aggressively.
Jones held the DMHS offense to a standstill by stopping many attempted goals made by the Dons with much effort. Her efforts bought the Matadors time to regroup and push back on offense without losing the lead.
“[Head coach Denise] Eachus was just telling us how we had the most passes we’ve had all season, so we were passing really well,” Adams said.
Nearing the end of the game, junior Alexis Page set the ball up promptly and quickly passed the ball to the middle where Bryne was waiting. As parents in the stands gasped, Bryne swung hard earning a goal for MVHS.
This whole play was done in flawless execution that allowed MVHS to put away the game. The Matadors left with a 3-1 finish.
The Matadors’ next home game will be determined by the outcomes of the other league games on Nov. 3 (C.C.S. playoff games start Nov. 8).
Additional editing by Ashley Ding