Semis:
James Island 1, Mauldin 0
Didn't see much of it because most of my attention was on the other game. I know JI also hit a post and played most of the game without Elyse Clarke who had a moster game (4 goals) against Chapin the day before. Lacey Moskos did a nice job filling in for her and JI survived the Lady Mavs.
Fort Mill 3, Eastside 2
Eastside looked tremendous and took a 2-0 lead into halftime. FM was on their heels and reeling. Eastside has a ton of skill and speed and played a tremendous 35 minutes. Unfortunately for them, the match is 70 minutes long and FM reached down and gutted it out. They got the game winner with about 5 minutes to play on a header.
Final:
Fort Mill 1, James Island 0 (OT)
Great game by two teams that were feeling the effects of a long weekend and their second game of the day. Got a little sloppy at the end as both teams seemed content to wait for the other to make a mistake. Golden goal was scored by Freshman forward (#4) Ashleigh Sheets five minutes into the first OT. FM defensive center midfielder Melanie Blaschke(#12) was named the Viking Cup senior MVP.
Another great job by Spring Valley hosting this fine tournament.
Congrats Fort Mill.....never say die!
