Watched second half of Crabs v. NL. Crabs are very, very good -- big, athletic, and well coached. They've improved a lot. Madlax will have their hands full next week (assuming there isn't another rain delay). NL looked a tad sloppy at times but still very talented. Their offense seems to be getting it's groove back and defense is very solid as always. Final score: NL 9 and Crabs 5. Lot's of healthy parity in the HOCO this year!
It's true, Crabs are for real. The game was 5-4 at halftime and Crabs were on offense most of the second half.
But they scored 1 goal in the second half? this has a to be a joke. NL goalie have 30 saves or what??
yes, the NL goalie played very well, and the two teams were closer than a 4 goal margin suggests. Wait until after Crabs play MadLax, Hawks, and FCA and then decide if I am right or wrong.
You’re wrong. Crabs won’t have a single win against top 4.
Watched Crabs NL game. Yes it was closer than final score indicates. Crabs athleticism on D and at middie will give them at least a shot at beating one of the top four teams. But for starters their man up needs major improvement. It seemed like NL was playing five vs six for almost a quarter of the game. Crabs were atrocious on the man-up (0-7?) AND gave up a shorty. Also their athletic middies and poles should have pushed more transition and exploited unsettled situations. Good coachng + talent will get them where they should be. Wouldn't want to play them later in the season when they likely gel.