Five Towns College Edges Fisher College 2-1 in Season Opener
Five Towns College defeated Fisher College 2-1
(Five Towns College Stadium, Dix Hills, NY) In an exciting season opener, Five Towns College defeated Fisher College 2-1 on Friday evening, with a dominant second-half performance that saw them take control of the match after a tightly contested first half. The win gives the Sound the perfect start to their 2025 campaign, as they were able to rally and secure all three points in a thrilling contest.
First Half: Five Towns College on the Offensive
The match began with Five Towns College asserting themselves early, controlling possession for much of the first half. Their midfield dominance created several opportunities, but Fisher College's defense held firm, keeping the Sound from breaking through. Despite having the lion's share of possession and controlling the pace, Five Towns College was unable to find the back of the net in the opening 45 minutes.
Second Half: Sound Show Their Strength
Five Towns College came out of the break with an increased sense of urgency and intensity, looking to level the score early. Their relentless pressure paid off in the 55th minute when Jean Kazadi, who had been a constant threat throughout the match, latched onto a through ball from Gabriel Santos. Kazadi displayed excellent composure, slamming the ball past Fisher College's goalkeeper to make it 1-0.
Just moments later, in the 62nd minute, the Sound struck again. This time, it was Anthony Campos, who had been a key part of Five Towns' offensive attack, scoring from close range after a well-placed assist from John Ponsanti. Campos' goal gave Five Towns the two goal lead, and they never looked back.
While still competitive, Fisher College made the most of their few chances, and in the 87th minute, they scored through a clinical strike from forward Leonardo Di Biasi. The goal came after a well-timed pass through the midfield, allowing Di Biasi to beat the keeper with a composed finish. Fisher College struggled to break down Five Towns' defense. The Sound's defense, anchored by strong performances across the backline, shut down any Fisher College attempts on goal. Despite Fisher's best efforts, Five Towns held firm and secured the win.
Final Stats:
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Shots on Goal:
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Five Towns College: 9
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Fisher College: 5
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Goals:
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Five Towns College: Jean Kazadi (55'), Anthony Campos (62')
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Fisher College: Leonardo Di Biasi (87')
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Assists:
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Five Towns College: Gabriel Santos (Kazadi), John Ponsanti (Campos)
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With the victory, Five Towns College begins their 2025 season on a positive note, showing their depth, attacking prowess, and resilience. Next up, the Sound will look to build on this momentum as they travel for their next match.
Coach's Thoughts:
"It's always great to start the season with a win," said Five Towns College Head Coach Jason Fiscina. "We controlled the ball well in the first half but didn't finish our chances. I'm proud of how the team responded in the second half. Jean and Anthony's goals were clinical, and the assists were perfectly timed. It's a great start, but we know there's always room for improvement."
Next Match:
Five Towns College will take on their next opponent SUNY Maritime on September 2nd at Maritime College (NY). The Sound will look to build on their strong performance and continue their winning ways.
Go Sound!
