Recaps Game 1 | Game 2 | Game 3 | Game 4 | Game 5 | Game 6 | Game 7 | Game 8 | NYE 2K3 :: Game 1 As recounted by: Blaise In the first match of this young indoor season, Atomic VIPU was surprised by Wilmer FC and eventually fell 4-10 to the rugged team from Wilmer. The Vipuers seemed most surprised by the opening whistle, and quickly fell behind 4-0 as the defense watched Wilmer's unmarked and uncontained strikers score some fabulous goals. Despite being the home team, VIPU was forced to change into their away white jerseys, and were eventually worn down from having to also wear their home black underneath. Blair was also slowed by the extra 6 pounds of shorts he wore. VIPU did finally get on the board following a pass from Paul which Blair crossed beautifully into the box for an easy snap header from Alex. Halftime score: VIPU: 1 - Wilmer: 7. In the second half VIPU settled down and played even with Wilmer on a goal from Paul and 2 tallies by Trixie. With stellar goal play by Tara, and solid midfield performances from Kelley and Leana, VIPU appears to have the women in place to make a late season push for the title. However, aside from Blair's quality cross in the first half, the men often failed to connect on simple passes and missed several opportunities to score. And we all know, if you can't score on the field... © 2004 :: Atomic VIPU :: NFMF