JCFC drops game vs. Essex

September 24, 2007 - 06:00 PM -- Not the most pleasurable article, by Larry YellowCard Kurtz

JCFC seemed confident to take it to Essex United on a humid Sunday morning in South Orange. JCFC and EUFC went back and forth, both creating chances early on. An opportune cross from Jess onto Sebastian's head rocketed over the post. As the half wore on, EUFC took it to JCFC, almost scoring twice. Tim was able to turn away both chances. Unfortunately, if you continue to give EUFC time, they'll capitalize, as they finally broke through for the first goal. Half 1-0. The second half opened up with EUFC moving the ball nicely, as JCFC found it difficult to control first touches and put enough pressure on EUFC offense. A funny and lucky bounce off DOB's chest oddly landed on an EUFC offensive players foot who one timed it past the diving Tim. JCFC was able to finally rebound and make a contest of it when George found Jess on the far right who banged it past the athletic keeper of EUFC with under 10 minutes remaining. Unfortunately, time ran out and the final score was 2 to 1.First touches need to improve. Short passes need to be made. Red Card received a yellow for some minor offenses. . JCFC still will be in 2nd place at the end of the day, so we got to get results to keep pace. EUFC improved to 1-1-1 (4 points)Man of the Match, Mike Burke in his second start in the defense did our side proud.Honorable Mention, Jesse Mallen-- playing with the flu, Jesse was all over the pitch, finally getting one goal back, albeit not quite enough