[as quoted from the Citizen]
MIAMI -- It was a banner year for the Coral Shores girls' soccer team, but unfortunately it came to an end Tuesday night in Region 4-3A semifinal game as Gulliver Prep handed the Lady Canes a 2-1 loss.
After a scoreless first half, the Lady Raiders built a 2-0 lead with 20 minutes remaining in the match, but the Canes would not be denied.
Jasmine Paterson, who was double and triple-teamed all game, managed to break free to head in a goal off a Julia Hatfield assist with 10 minutes remaining on the clock.
First year Coach Arthur Paterson was extremely proud of his team and looks forward to the future with his talented squad of returning players.
'I think overall the season was a success,' Paterson said. 'The girls have gone further than any Coral Shores girls' team ever. They know they have arrived. For years, Gulliver has been the measuring stick, but this past season, I don't think they are the measuring stick anymore. We are even with them, even if they are beating us. None of the games produced more than one or two goals. Had the ball bounced in our favor, I think it could have been the other way around.
'I cannot say anything negative about the girls. They played hard, as tired as they were, and they still gave 110 percent effort. When I lose a game and I see the girls play like that, honestly, I dread the outcome, but I feel good because the girls did not quit. I am very, very proud of them.'
Paterson praised his three seniors for their leadership and work ethic but knows the future is bright for his squad.
'Jen Jenkins, Megan Gunther and Julia Hatfield made my job a lot easier,' Paterson said. 'With the freshmen and sophomores we have returning I think we have a bright future.'
Coral Shores was the last Keys prep soccer team still playing."
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