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Congratulations to Scott Mosher and the Essex boys soccer team for solidifying the top seed in the upcoming playoffs. Unfortunately, the season ended with a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to North Country, but a 13-1 record is not too shabby. Hopes are high for the Tri-Sabers in their attempt to bring the trophy back to Essex in the year of the program's 50th anniversary. They play their quarterfinal match on Friday against the winner of Burlington vs. Brattleboro. Assuming the favored Burlington wins, they could provide a tough test after only losing to Essex 1-0 a couple weeks ago. Essex certainly has a big edge, but Burlington's goalie is very good and sometimes a hot goalie and a lucky break is all it takes to win a soccer game. Fortunately, Essex boasts David Ramada (who, according to my unbiased opinion, is the top netminder in the state) and some talented underclassmen scattered across the field. They shouldn't have too much trouble claiming a spot in the quarterfinals. If anyone wants to read more on the Tri-Sabres and their outlook on the postseason, I'm sure that "Sport Shorts" in the Essex Reporter will have some in-depth analysis on the upcoming matchups.