Cy Fair Bobcats came from behind in the 2nd period to beat the previously undefeated Cy Ridge Rams 2-1. All of the scoring occured within a ten minute stretch midway through the 2nd period. The Rams got on the scoreboard first with a goal nicely placed in the top of the net. The Bobcats came storming back two minutes later with a goal from Junior Tripp Manzella to even the match at 1-1.
The Bobcats rode their momentum as Junior Adonis Pinto made a run down the right sideline to beat two defenders and slide the ball into the far corner for a 2-1 lead. Cy Fair maintained ball possession with strong passing and a solid defense. The Bobcats settled back defensively the final ten minutes and limited Cy Ridge's scoring opportunities to close out the game with a 2-1 victory.
The Bobcats up their record to 4-4-1 in 17-5A district play which puts them in the playoff hunt with four district games remaining on the schedule. Cy Fair will travel to play Jersey Village on Friday March 9th. |