Lorenz Esposito breaks out on a set play against St. Joseph. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo
Terence Gibbons’ first-half goal stood up today as the Staples boys soccer team won their season opener 1-0 at St. Joseph at Trumbull.
The Wreckers got stronger in the second half, and though they did not score again, they had several good chances.
They outshot the Cadets 17-5, and led in corner kicks 3-0. Defenders Ben Root, Jake Malowitz, Taylor McNair, Alex Tonsberg and Harry Birch, along with keeper James Hickok, helped secure the shutout.
Staples’ home opener is Tuesday, 4 p.m. against Bridgeport Centra
