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Navy defense has no answer for Sowers, Princeton in 19-11 loss

Navy’s coaching staff knew Princeton was led offensively by a terrific attackman and had several defensive strategies prepared.

Michael Sowers laid waste to the entire game-plan devised by defensive coordinator Ryan Wellner.

Sowers singlehandedly destroyed the home team’s defense with nine points to lead Princeton to a 19-11 rout on a frigid Tuesday afternoon at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Sowers dished off seven assists in picking apart the 19th-ranked Midshipmen then scored two unassisted goals for good measure.

“It was pretty clear we had no answer for their offense, particularly the Sowers kid.