UPDATE: In a stunning upset, the Caribou Vikings triumphed over the previously unbeaten John Bapst Crusaders with a thrilling 4-3 victory in overtime on Friday, October 17, 2023. Star player Owen Corrigan delivered an electrifying performance, scoring a hat trick that included two dramatic late-game goals.
This match, held in Caribou, highlighted Corrigan’s exceptional talent. The Crusaders had allowed just three goals all season, while the Vikings had averaged over five goals per game. The action unfolded quickly, with Caribou striking first when Declan Miller found the net just two minutes into the game.
However, John Bapst responded ten minutes later as Kasper Hansen scored, followed by Rafa Rentosa giving the Crusaders a 2-1 lead. Caribou tied the game just before halftime with Corrigan converting a penalty kick.
As the second half progressed, John Bapst regained the lead through a goal by Cooper Lewis, assisted by Gavin Rogers. With less than a minute remaining, Corrigan scored again, forcing the match into overtime with a shot that came during a chaotic scramble in the box.
In a nail-biting overtime, Corrigan sealed the victory with a golden goal, set up by Max Morrow, ending the Vikings’ regular season at 10-3-1 and handing the Crusaders their first loss, dropping their record to 9-1-2.
“Owen’s performance was nothing short of incredible,” said Caribou’s head coach. “He kept us in the game and delivered when it mattered the most.”
In the earlier girls’ match, John Bapst dominated the Caribou team, winning 5-0. Ella Williams starred for the Crusaders with three goals while Quinn Bennett contributed two more. John Bapst’s victory improved their girls’ record to 8-4, while the Vikings concluded their season winless at 0-14.
As the excitement from the boys’ game settles, the focus will shift to the upcoming playoffs, where both teams will aim to build on their performances. Fans will be eager to see how Corrigan’s stellar play will impact Caribou’s postseason aspirations.
Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops, and share this thrilling upset with fellow sports fans!
