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Menlo School Boys Water Polo Team Illuminated

The crowd at Menlo was treated to an exciting non-league match-up under the lights against two of the top-5 teams in the CCS.

Following an even first quarter, St. Francis went on a 7-3 run to take a big lead at half.  With both teams making some big changes, Menlo made a major comeback, winning the fourth quarter 6-2. 

Menlo saw seven players score and was backed by strong goalkeeping by junior John Wilson and senior Alexander Lazar.  The Menlo Knights play host to Sacramento's Jesuit this Saturday at 5:45 following which, the players are hosting the Jesuit players for a dinner and a chance to celebrate the game together following their match.

 

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Menlo School 1, 3, 1, 6 = 11
St. Francis 2, 7, 1, 2 = 12

Menlo goal scorers: Andreas Katsis 2, Johnny Wilson, David Rozenfeld, Derrick Ho, Nick Bisconti 2, Chris Xi 2, Alexander Carlisle 2

Menlo goalie saves: John Wilson 2 (first half), Alexander Lazar 6

Menlo record: 3-3

 

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