Staples Boys Soccer Upsets Newtown

Jack Scott (raised hand) leads a joyful celebration tonight at Newtown after the co-captain scored two minutes before halftime, and the Wreckers made the goal stand up for a 1-0 upset win in the second round of the state Class LL tournament. Newtown was ranked seventh. The Wreckers, seeded 10th, vault into the quarterfinals, on Saturday at No. 2 Xavier-Middletown. Tonight’s win was sealed with strong defense by Connor Weiler, Andrew Puchala, Gabe Pensak and the rest of the squad, backstopped by keeper Noah Schwaeber. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Kim Lake for WestportNow.com