Chevy Walsh celebrates his goal that gave the Hounds a 1-0 lead early on Thursday (photo by Long Hong, DK Pgh Sports)
With a retooled line-up anchored by a back-up goalie thrown into starting eleven only moments prior to kickoff, a resilient Riverhounds squad earned a much needed 2-0 shutout over Tampa Bay Rowdies on Thursday night at Highmark Stadium.
It was a win that snapped a five-game winless streak, pushing the Hounds (5-6-4, 19 points) right back over the playoff line in the crowded USL Eastern Conference.
“It a huge win,” said Corey Hertzog. “We haven’t won in the last three games, and against a top three team, that’s all you can ask for.”
John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).
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