After starting their 2011 season at an astounding 5-0 mark, the Howell Rebels (5-2) dropped their second straight game Wednesday afternoon, 10-6, to Christian Brothers Academy.
Senior Kevin Scott was the high-man for Howell with two goals, while sophomore Alex Dambach led the team in points with one goal and two assists.
Ryan Leonard, Rob Hart and Ryan Dambach all added goals for the Rebels as well.
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After falling down 5-0 at the end of the first quarter, Howell out-scored the Colts 6-2 in the second quarter to trail 7-6 at the half. The rally before the break was not enough though as the local squad was held off the board for the remainder of the game. As CBA's defense clamped down, the offense helped them clinch the win.
Last Friday, the Rebels dropped their first game of the season in a 7-2 road loss to Red Bank Catholic.
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Hart led the team in ground balls with six and went 5-for-11 on faceoffs.
Goalie Nick Schwarz made six saves for Howell, who will next play on the road against South Brunswick on Saturday morning at 10 a.m.
