“We did really well, and there are a lot of things we can improve,” said Gefte Blanc, who coached the men’s and women’s teams Saturday. Ignacio Paccioni, Allen freshman goalkeeper, stops a shot during Saturday’s Alumni Game at Allen Community College soccer fields Photo by Jimmy Potts / Iola RegisterThe shift in schedule may have altered the intent of the contest. With fewer alumni than usual, squads borrowed a few players from the current ACC teams, which seemed to only add to the fun. One of the players returning this season was Matthew Akidaug, who last played as midfielder for the Red Devils in 2022. Allen is where I started life, so I’m always glad to come here and give whatever I have to give.”