Wildcats Knock Knights Off 14-3

The Wildcats kicked off their 2005 season in style with a trip to visit
cross-town rivals, the Henninger Black Knights on Wednesday, March 23rd.
The 'Cats weren't too friendly guests either as they jumped on the Knights
early and never looked back, coasting to their first victory of the season
behind senior middie Brian Griffins four goals.

Genny wasted little time in putting Henninger away by punching in three
quick unanswered goals within the first 3 minutes which left the Knights
reeling. With Griffin contributing 2 goals straight from the face off and a
stonewalling defense, the 'Cats looked good from the outset. But despite the
early lopsided lead, both teams appeared a bit rusty as evidenced by the
frequency of turnovers early in the contest. The 'Cats closed out the half
by amassing a 10-1 lead going into the half.

The second half saw coach Mike Messere substitute freely as all players saw
playing time as the poise, precision and style of West Genesee dominated on
this day. Junior Kevin Courtney contributed offensively and defensively and
saw extensive playing time as did other newcomers Sophomore attacker Colin
Donahue and junior attacker Roby Farchione.

The victory marked coach Messere's 604th victory and their 10th straight win
in defense of their 2004 NYS Championship. It also marked the debut of
Genny's Aussie Connection with Junior Rob Chamberlain jumping into the mix
as well as Ryan Barber, Genny's first freshman in many years, both
contributing to the effort. The Wildcats also welcomed back junior defender
Jaren Weopple to the starting lineup after recovering from a 2004 injury.

( Due to a microphone malfunction and lack of a host team roster this story
lacks the normal detail. Laxmaster Steve apologizes. )