Pinkerton Astros Shine Bright on Senior Night with Decisive Lacrosse Win

There’s just something special about Senior Night, isn’t there? The air crackles with a mix of celebration, nostalgia, and, of course, the raw energy of competition. And on Wednesday evening, the Pinkerton Academy boys’ lacrosse team certainly rose to the occasion, delivering a truly dominant performance against their rivals, the Londonderry Lancers, securing a decisive 13-5 victory right on their home turf.

From the moment the first whistle blew, you could tell the Astros were on a mission. This wasn't just another game; it was a chance to honor their graduating players with a memorable win, and boy, did they deliver. The offense was humming, with Owen Helton absolutely tearing it up, bagging an impressive four goals. He was a force to be reckoned with, creating opportunities seemingly at will.

But it wasn't a one-man show, not by a long shot. Alex Sturgess was right there with him, adding a hat-trick of three goals that really underscored Pinkerton’s offensive depth. Then you had Cole Green, who found the back of the net twice, showing that consistent pressure the Astros are known for. And let's not forget the single tallies from Austin Baker, Cooper Lavoie, Caleb Doughty, and Josh Lacaillade – a true team effort, through and through.

Going into halftime, Pinkerton had already established a commanding 7-2 lead, which, truth be told, felt even bigger given the intensity they were playing with. They didn't let up in the second half either, continuing to extend their advantage in the third quarter, essentially putting the game out of reach for Londonderry.

Credit where credit is due, Londonderry certainly battled. Owen Potvin managed to net three goals for the Lancers, showing some individual brilliance, and Jake Schena chipped in with two more. Their goalie, Cole Tichy, actually had a pretty busy night, making 11 saves and facing a barrage of shots, keeping the score from getting even more lopsided, if that's possible. But on this particular evening, the Astros’ defense, anchored by Dylan Wyland's nine solid saves in goal, was just too formidable.

With this win, Coach Rob Daziel’s Pinkerton squad pushed their incredible season record to 11-1. It’s a remarkable achievement that speaks volumes about their hard work and dedication. For Londonderry, coached by Sean D. Doyle, the loss moves their record to 8-4. While a tough night, they’ve still had a very respectable season themselves, but Pinkerton was simply operating on another level.

All in all, it was a fantastic evening for Pinkerton Academy – a well-deserved victory on a special night, showcasing not only their talent but also the heart of a championship-caliber team. The future certainly looks bright for these Astros!