Nelson City Soccer League champions were crowned on the weekend at Lakeside pitch after three hard fought games.
In the Finley’s Ladies Rec division final, Lily Whites striker Bronwen Marzicola put on a clinic in the first half, scoring six goals against the Dirty Dozen. Trailing 6-2 at the half, the Dirty Dozen did find ways to limit Marzicola’s opportunities but ran out of time, losing 6-4.
“She’s an outstanding player and it showed,” said City Soccer League administrator Sveta Tisma.
The Jackson’s Hole Men’s Master division final between Club Inter and regular season champion Jackson’s Hole was a treat for all those who lined the waterfront field Sunday afternoon.
“Tight soccer with good passing,” said Tisma. “It was clean… no cards were given.”
Eric Leslie gave Jackson’s the lead in the first half and the veteran side held the 1-0 advantage at half. Johnny Colbeck tied the score early in the first half and at the 15-minute mark gave the underdogs the lead.
“Jackson’s looked tired,” Tisma said. “But, they have good experience and adjusted.”
Leslie notched the score and with time running out Jackson’s Morgan Dehnel booted the winner.
In the Leo’s Men’s Open division it was the young legs of L.V. Rogers Bombers matched up against the Innkeepers for bragging rights.
Despite a spirited effort by the younger side, it was the Innkeepers who came away with the 2-0 victory with Iain Harvey and Ed Canzain scoring for the winning side.
“The Innkeepers just have more experience, they were smarter, more patient and played strong defence,” said Tisma.
“The LVR team had more energy, they just don’t have the experience. Give them a year or two, they are going to be a very good team.”
After the trophies were handed out it was time to celebrate as league sponsors Leo’s, Jackson’s Hole and Finley’s Irish Pub held separate parties.
“It was a fantastic year,” said Tisma.
The Nelson City Soccer league had 240 participants this season. The focus for adult soccer now shifts to the indoor season at Soccer Quest.