The Cornell Daily Sun (https://cornellsun.com/author/bennettgross/)
“Going forward, ultimately, we just need to convert on our opportunities. Everything is really there for us to be successful, but at the end of the day, we can’t get the outcomes we want unless we score goals.”
“We had some good attacks against Maine, but ultimately, we just had way too much trouble getting the ball out of our backfield to have a good outcome against a quality team.”
“For our team, a largely young group, to have a win early in our season is really important, so I’m really thankful for that.”
In 2017, Cornell started the season 4-0. The Red had no such luck this season, kicking off the year with two straight losses.
“The ultimate goal is to play well, win games and earn the Ivy League title. We might be a young team, but I really think we have the heart and fight to do so.”
As it did in the fall season, Cornell will rely on the leadership of senior captains Daniel Holod and Finn Putnam.
The Red exceeded expectations despite having to rely on one of the youngest rotations in the conference.
The team is still waiting to see if more athletes will come to East Hill next season via regular decision admission.
As the final two seconds waned, Steve Julian’s three-point attempt to win the game for the Red rimmed out.
“We need to be able to put our foot down on Friday. On Saturday, we are going to play one of the top teams in the Ivy League, and that is going to really be a statement game for us.”