Tolland Lacrosse Drops One to Avon

The #14 Avon Falcons traveled to Tolland to face the Eagles on Saturday, with both teams coming off strong victories earlier in the week.

Tolland was able to play strong and disciplined defense to hold the Falcons to limited quality shots. Avon held only a 2 goal advantage at the half leading 3-1. The Eagles were able to chip in goals and pull the game to within 1, but Avon was able to hold onto the victory.

Taylor Maniatty led all scorers with a hat trick while Colin Moore was able to chip in a pair, both for Avon. Tolland played strong team lacrosse and had pivotal goals by Sean Walker, Peter Mayer, and Geoff Desmarais. Cody Daigle was a strong feeder in the contest. Sam Mayer was the defensive beast making 16 saves.

It was a chess match the entire game, but Avon eventually earned checkmate at the final buzzer. The Eagles had a chance to pull the game close in the waning minutes when they had a 2 man-up opportunity but the Falcons created a turnover and burned the remaining time.

Tolland hosts Newington next Tuesday night at 5:15 and will honor their seniors during the CCC East contest.

Game summary:

Scorers:

Tolland - Sean Walker 1g, Jeremy Clavette 1g, Peter Mayer 1g, 1a Geoff Desmarais 1g, Jimmy Harrison 1g, Cody Daigle 2a, and Cooper Kelly 1a.

Avon - Taylor Maniatty 3g, 1a Colin Moore 2g, Graham Welker 1g, and Nick Guarino 1g.

Goaltenders: Tolland - Sam Mayer 16 saves; Avon - Nick Mando 4 saves

Groundballs: Tolland - Patrick McManaman 8 GBs and Steven Koss 5 GBs; Avon - Nick Gaurino 10 GBs