Cantu Group FC began its winter season with a resounding 3-1 victory over new rivals, “Beer Bellies & Cupcakes” at the beautiful, new, Lower Woodland Field #2 Saturday morning.
Cantu Group was made aware prior to the game that their opponents had brought in a couple of ringers from Division 1, a striker and a sweeper. Suddenly we realized this team was not going to be a typical first season co-rec team.
It seemed that no sooner had the whistle been blown, than Cantu Group FC had already scored with a beautiful 30 yard goal from midfielder Ashley. Beer Bellies & Cupcakes were formidable with the addition of the D1 striker, and they made countless runs. Each and every time they were held back. Cantu Group’s midfield and defense worked beautifully together with outstanding play by all.
The referee was not one that we had met before, he was very young, very timid, and really not present. BB & CC’s sweeper was a whale of a man, easily 6’3, at least 275lbs, and pretty much a complete and total jerk. He purposely took out 3 of our players, and called one of our female players a ‘b***ch. The ref did not give him so much as a yellow card.
The game remained 1-0 until half time. Cantu Group FC had many opportunities to score, but just could not find the back of the net. The second half was hard fought, but ultimately CGFC scored twice more, a nice shot off the dribble by Kelly and then another goal by forward Jonathan. CGFC relinquished a single, meaningless goal late in the game. Final score 3-1 in favor of Cantu Group FC.
Cantu Group FC plays next on Sunday, January 17, at Miller play field at 2:45 pm against another new team that they have yet to face, “Old School”. CGFC will be without mid defender Danny, and right defender Brent for this game.
We hope to see you there, thank you for your support!
