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SHERBURNE – In a match up featuring the speed of the Sherburne-Earlville with the physicality of the Utica Notre-Dame, the Marauders prevailed as they beat the Juggles 2-1, securing a second-round game in the Section III Class C tournament.

The Marauders struck first when Kyle Cole dribbled past two defenders and blasted a shot 16 yards away. It hit the side of the far post and bounced into the goal, giving S-E the lead at the 23 minute mark in the first half.

The Marauder 1-0 lead continuted through intermission and into the second-half.

With all out pressure in the first 10 minutes of the half, Utica Notre Dame created numerous corner kick opportunities for themselves. Patrick Peko's perfect pass off a corner connected with the head of teammate Derik Lindsey who directed his header towards the goal. Lindsey found the back of the net with his attempt, evening the score at 1-1.

The Marauders responded with a long pass to Edward Geier, who used his speed to pass by the Jugglers back line for a 1 v 1 with the keeper. Geier's shot passed by keeper Vinny DeStefano for the potential game winning goal with 12 minutes to play.