It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact the Newark Memorial Cougars can now relate to. While the 2-2 score might suggest a draw, it was the Pumas who were credited with the win. Maria Carrillo got it done in the shootout by posting five goals to Newark Memorial's three. Newark Memorial's defeat signaled the end of their 14-game winning streak.
Noel Cabrales and
Sean Rante did their best for Newark Memorial and scored both of Newark Memorial's goals. The pair have combined for a total of 46 so far this season.
Newark Memorial's defeat dropped their record down to 21-1-3. As for Maria Carrillo, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games, which provided a nice bump to their 13-4-5 record this season.
Newark Memorial does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Maria Carrillo will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against Las Lomas at 7:30 p.m. on February 24th. Maria Carrillo's last three matchups have been decided by no more than a goal, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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