WHRHS Boys Soccer: Watchung Hills Shuts Out Somerville, 5-0

WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills shut out Somerville on Saturday, 5-0. Watchung Hills improved their record to 7-3 while Somerville fell to 4-7.

“The boys are starting to establish themselves as a strong team and have being able to put out more consistent performances as of late,” said WHTHS head coach Estiven Benitez. “Today we were confident in our game-plan and the kids were able to execute for a 5-0 win against Somerville. We have put ourselves in a good spot to battle for the conference title this year. Our focus is now directed towards the County tournament which starts next week for us.”

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The scoring opened in the first period, with Watchung Hills quickly establishing their dominance. JP Fernandez lit the lamp first, with an assist from Charles Santos, putting Watchung Hills up 1-0. Just moments later, GianLuca Mannino found the back of the net, courtesy of an assist from Brady Sifert, extending the lead to 2-0. The third goal of the period came from Collin Wills, solidifying Watchung Hills' control with a 3-0 advantage heading into the second period.

The second period continued in a similar vein, as Watchung Hills maintained their offensive pressure. Jake Campos scored twice in quick succession, with assists from Christopher Matos and Owen Sardo, pushing the score to a staggering 5-0.

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