Poynter's 4-legged friend inspires the Pelicans to victory
Hampton, GA (May 23, 2010) – The last game of the season was finally scheduled without rain in the forecast and Bob Poynter had a record size crowd in attendance, including his inspiration, his 4-legged 5 pound friend wearing a pink jacket.
On a hot day way down south in Hampton, GA, Pelicans FC looked to notch a final win on the season to tie the clubs other ADASL team with 7 wins.
Glory United started with 10 players, but quickly evened up the game at 11 aside. The run of play was heavily one-sided with that majority of ball control going to the nice smooth field and the remaining possession heavily skewed towards the Pelicans.
Pelicans FC pushed the attack continuously, but were unable to find the back of the net, maybe it was due to the 250 offsides calls the Pelicans forwards and midfields were called on. Midway through the score line would be forever changed with Ryan Costigan putting a bulge in the old onion bag and seeing the Pelicans side up 1-0 at the half.
The second half would see much of the same with the Pelicans and the field taking up much of the possession. However, Glory would mount several counter attacks, but all were thwarted by the Pelicans stand in keeper, including a PK save late in the game. The finishing was lacking, but it only took one on the day for the Pelicans side to finish off an up and down season with another victory. A great team effort by all those in attendance on hot Sunday afternoon.
- Pelicans FC Match Report Details -
MATCH: P’cheen Pelicans FC vs. Glory United
DATE: May 23, 2010
TIME: 1pm ET
COMPETITION: League Match
VENUE: Lovejoy
ATTENDANCE: 2 and Bob’s 4 legged friend!
WEATHER: Sunny and hot