Liam Gardiner
The Steinert Boys Varsity Soccer Team is off to an amazing start to the season. With a current record of 13-4-1, the boys are sending a strong message to the rest of the CVC. As of right now, the boys are ranked #2 in the Central Jersey Group 3 power rankings and are in 2nd place in the CVC.
Led by senior captains Anthony Durling, Liam Gardiner and Jake Berish, the team has won many hard fought games. On September 12th, Steinert defeated their rival, Allentown, 3-0. Anthony Durling found the back of the net twice and Nick Vernon scored the third goal to secure the win. Steinert’s defense, consisting of Senior goalkeeper Evan Sinkleris, Senior Liam Gardiner and Juniors Jake Reilly and Elliot Morris kept a clean sheet, allowing 0 shots in the second half of the game. The boys look to continue to stay hot and wrap up what has already been an amazing season.
The JV and Freshman teams have also been off to great starts. The JV team is currently undefeated with 9 wins. On October 2nd, the JV boys defeated Princeton Day School, a new addition to the CVC, with a score of 10-0. The Freshman team are also off to a great start with hopes to have a winning season.
Off the field, the boys have built great chemistry throughout the summer and school year. By attending captains practice, going out for bagels, and having many pasta parties, the team has had great opportunities to bond and get to know each other. Unified as one, the team fundraised enough money to buy the varsity team two, brand new uniforms. As well, new warm-up jerseys for all three teams.
Steinert Boys Soccer is off to an amazing start at all three levels. With many great moments and wins, this has been a great way to kick off the 2023-2024 school year and soccer season!