Christ Church East Central are Classic Champs
THE David Thompson Memorial Constituency Councils’ Football Classic trophy is heading to the South.
Christ Church East Central fought off the challenge of St Michael South East, to emerge 2-1 winners in the final last night at Kensington Oval.
Christ Church East Central took an early lead in the 12th minute when defender Prince “Shaka” Cooke deflected a shot by Jamal Chandler into his own goal.
This lead lasted up to the 85th minute, when Mario Harte converted from the penalty spot to equalize for St Michael South East.
But Rico “Sas” Baptiste snatched a well-earned victory for the south side boys in the last minute of regular time, making the score 2-1.
St George South earned third place by defeating two-time champions, The City of Bridgetown 4-2 on penalty kicks after the score was locked 2-2 at the end of regulation time. (ROG)