By: Destiny Garcia
LBCC men’s water polo team dominated against Chaffey 23-6 on September 18th.
Attacker Sandro Pueyo was the first to score without assistance, leading the Vikings to a strong start.
After the first period, the Vikings were in the lead with a 10-1 lead.
At the beginning of the second period, attacker Taras Myronov scored, assisted by goalie Diogo Checchinato, giving the Vikings a strong start.
“We’re focusing on center and counter-attacks,” Michael Trujillo said.
After the game’s third period, the Vikings extended their lead to 20-6.
“The game was a lot different than other games because we learned how to play together, so it was more of a learning experience than going as hard as we can,” utility player Matthew Kingston said.
The Vikings’ teamwork was consistently highlighted throughout the game, as 13 players scored at least one goal.
Those who didn’t score assisted other teammates in making goals or ensuring that Chaffey didn’t steal the ball.
“The team worked on connecting and getting stronger as a team,” Director of Aquatics Bradley Adamson said.
Adamson and Kingston both relayed that the main focus for the whole team was working together and connecting as a team.
However, Adamson wanted more and discussed how the team could improve.
“The team could use more conditioning,” Adamson said
The Vikings men’s water polo team has a record of 7-2 and will play again on October 9th against Rio Hondo.