September 23, 2011

Recap:  Manhasset versus Bethpage

The Game at A Glance: The entire game was played in a steady rain which was good for Bethpage because they love to run the football and bad for Manhasset because they love to throw the football. Danny Chillanis was the best athlete on the field as he showed his running ability, showed off his defensive skills and his all-around athletic ability. The final score was Bethpage 29 Manhasset 7.

First Half Highlights: Danny Chillanis scored 2 TD’s 1 on a run and the other on an interception for Bethpage. Manhasset scored on a pass from Overlander to Matthews. For most of the 1^st half it was lots of hard hits from both teams. The score Bethpage 15 Manhasset 7.

Second Half Highlights: Late in the 3^rd quarter Chillanis scored his 3^rd TD on a run and then in the 4^th quarter there was hard hitting on both teams. However Manhasset had a 4^th down and had to punt which was blocked by Zacklow and recovered by Ferruzza for a TD late in the 4^th quarter which iced the game for Bethpage. Final score Bethpage 29 Manhasset 7.

Play of The Game: There are 2 plays of the game; the interception and return for TD by Chillanis and the blocked punt by Zackalow which turned into another TD.

Game Balls: For Bethpage Chillanis, Bitetti and the defensive line. For Manhasset Duvnjak and Matthews.