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Sachem East captures first state championship

Originally published: November 20, 2011 1:27 PM
Updated: November 20, 2011 6:26 PM
By STEPHEN HAYNES  stephen.haynes@newsday.com

Quick ReadJordan Miller had said Saturday that pressure has one of two effects on people: it can crush them or provide the impetus to excel.

Sachem East High School celebrates their championship win

Photo credit: Pat Orr | Sachem East High School celebrates their championship win against Mamaroneck at the Class A final. (Nov. 20, 2011)

CICERO, N.Y. -- Jordan Miller had said Saturday that pressure has one of two effects on people: it can crush them or provide the impetus to excel.

Well, championship game tied in penalty strokes understanding that even a flinch in the wrong direction ends this dream season. How's that for a crucible?

"It's the make-or-break moment," the Sachem East goalie said. "I just had to."

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