The Brandon boys soccer squad tried their utmost to come back against visiting Fenton Sept. 22.
However, the Blackhawks could ultimately not overcome a 4-0 first-half deficit and fell to Fenton 4-3. The Blackhawks are now 4-5-2 overall and 2-3-1 in Flint Metro League play.
Junior Chris Hunter scored the first goal of the game for Brandon with about 20 minutes left in the game. Hunter then assisted on a goal by senior Ben Reed with about 11 minutes left. Freshman Ryan Morales scored the Blackhawks’ final goal on an assist from sophomore Keith Tasker.
Coach Nathan Hunter said the Blackhawks are capable of making a run during the home stretch of the league season.
“Overall, we’re right in the middle of the pack,” he said. “We’re very competitive with all the teams. I think we can definitely improve and play stronger than we have.”
On Sept. 18, junior goalie Steve Kumpar stopped 17 shots and earned his fourth shutout of the season as the Blackhawks defeated Royal Oak Dondero 3-0.
Morales, junior Joey Smith and junior Mike Cybulski each scored goals for the Blackhawks.
Brandon travels to Lapeer East Sept. 29 for a 5 p.m. contest.