Setting Records in London

[Aimee 1,119]

Just under one week into S89 and Jesse Teno is playing a song they’ve sung before; another struggle out of the gate - which is surprising given the radical success they had during the playoffs. 7 games played and Jesse has a 3-3-1 record which isn’t unusual for the veteran goalie but definitely shows their continued struggles at the beginning of every season so far. Hopefully they will pick up the pace once more as they work off the playoff hangover that seems to be the reason this time around.

 

These few games to start the season have also done some good for the London goalie. As of 3 wins ago, Jesse has moved into the 2nd all-time wins for London United, only 22 wins behind current all-time winning London goalie Cole Pearce. Given Jesse’s past seasons, I think it’s safe to say that they will take that 1st place spot soon enough. Also by the end of the season, Jesse will overtake Pearce and Tater Tot for most games played by a goalie for London as well, passing their 188 and 200 games played respectively. Also also, Jesse only needs 2 more shutouts to tie Pearce for that record as well. 

 

It’s also no surprise that with the historic run for the Continental Cup that Jesse Teno has also taken 1st place in all categories for the playoffs in team history. Most games won (15), played (23), most shutouts (4), highest save percentage (0.949), and lowest goals against average (1.92).  

 

With plans to stay in London for the long term, it will be interesting to see what records Jesse can set and leave behind. And if London can make it back to the playoffs, Jesse might be able to give future London goalies a real run for their money.

 

301 words for weeks ending 6/25/2023 and 7/2/2023