The Sachem hockey team won its seventh straight game with a 9-4 victory over Middle Country, improving its record to 7-2
Robbie Donnelly and Chris Chizzonotti led the way for Sachem with two hat tricks.
Missing four of their top forwards (Alex Posillico out 5weeks broken collar bone, Chris Porcillo suspended 3 games, Chris Haun and nick tarasco sick), the Arrows came into the game with only six forwards and five defensemen.
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Joining Donnelly and Chizzonotti on the scoring stretch was Eric Santiago, who netted a seventh goal as that line exploded for 11 total points.
The next line of Chris DiGiovanna (1g, 1a), Brandon Smith (1a) and Anthony DagAustino (1g) added two more goals along the way.
Defense again helped out goaltender Brian Giles who remains undefeated since being brought up to varsity and beating Middle Country for the second time this season. The defense was lead by Sal Calvagna(1a), Nick Lojo (1a) and Joe Marrone who played like they were on a mission, Anthony Pisano and Mike Russo (1a) also were solid blocking shots and killing penalities.
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"This was a complete team effort and how these guys are playing missing so many players is great," said Sachem coach Al Posillico. "The coaching staff cannot ask for any more then what these guys are bringing to the table. Great win, total team effort."
The Arrows next game is Wednesday, November 30 against Connetquot/Sayville at The Rinx in Hauppauge. Game time is 9:20 p.m.
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