Bagels Etc. Pee Wees Prevail in Portsmouth

The Barrington Pee Wees bounced back from a tough loss last week, delivering a big win against longtime rival Portsmouth, 6-0.  The Eagles defense notched its third shutout of the season and never let the Patriots anywhere near the red zone. Portsmouth resorted to various trick plays and clock manipulation in an effort to gain momentum, but were stuffed soundly each time. 

Defensive linemen Jack Kovolyan and Oliver Roberts were unstoppable, delivering hit after punishing hit to the Patriots’ running backs for losses.  Cornerback Seth Mitchell was fantastic in pass coverage and shutting down the sweep, batting down three passes and making a great solo tackle to stop a potential breakaway run.  Linebackers Jon Adamson, Martin Agustin and Ben Silva each had a strong game, making big tackles and assisting on several others. Cornerback Will Rywolt had a key interception in the second quarter to stop a long Patriots drive.   Tackles Sergio DaSilva, Matthew Bowman, Harry Masse, Jack Kelleher and Zach Pacheco were all solid up the middle. Linebacker Kyle Greenberg chased down and tackled a Portsmouth receiver after a “Hail Mary” completion to seal the victory.

The Eagle offense moved the ball well up the field throughout the game, despite scoring just once.  Running Backs Noah Werbel, Foster Egan, Adamson and Greenberg pounded the ball off-tackle to secure several first downs and ultimately reach the end zone on a short run by Egan.  Hunter Norris stepped in at center and did an outstanding job, with every snap delivered perfectly.  The team got solid blocking from Timmy Hoag, Chase White, Nick Figueroa, Meredith Kaplan and Robert Cahill.

 Barrington returns home this Saturday to face the Sakonnet Schooners at Barrington High School’s Victory Field.