RailHawks Win On Last-Second Goal

BAYAMON, PR (Wednesday, May 26, 2010) – The Carolina RailHawks (2-2-2, 8 pts) defeated the Puerto Rico Islanders(2-2-0, 6 pts) 2-1 at Ramon Loubriel Stadium in Bayamon Puerto Rico for the first time in franchise history on Wednesday night.

An early goal by Sallieu Bundu in the 5th minute held the RailHawks on top until Dave Foley drew the score even in the 73rd minute. The RailHawks had a chance to win the game in the 84th minute with a Gregory Richardson penalty that was saved by Islanders keeper Bill Gaudette.

Daniel Paladini scored the game winner in stoppage time with a free kick to give the RailHawks three important points.

“The team showed a lot of character and determination,” said RailHawks head coach Martin Rennie. “They showed great unity and confidence and created some very clear chances. This has been the most exciting game I have been involved in since I started coaching the RailHawks. Both teams were very good and it was great to come away with the win in Puerto Rico”

Next the RailHawks continue their road trip on Sunday, May 30 in Montreal where they face the Impact before continuing on to Portland and Vancouver on June 6 and 9. Their next regular season home game will be on Saturday, June 19 at 7 p.m. when they host Crystal Palace Baltimore.