Men's Soccer Settles For A Draw With NDMU
BALTIMORE, MD. - For the first time in as many outings, Central Penn's men's soccer team battled to a draw, ending with a 1-1 final against NCAA Division III Notre Dame College of Maryland in non-conference action on Thursday evening, Sept. 21.
GAME SUMMARY
While Central Penn (6-1-1) was unable to capitalize on a couple of scoring chances in the first half, the Knights turned in a strong defensive effort, keeping the Gators (2-3-1) off the board as well in the first half.
The Gators increased the pressure in the second half, creating several early scoring opportunities. NDMU earned a free kick in the 74th minute from just outside the box where Ruben Wahl kicked in the goal to give NDMU the 1-0 lead.
The Knights tried to immediately respond, creating several quick opportunities. Central Penn’s Greg Conkle scored in the 87th minute on an assist from Adam Youssef, tying the game at one. Central Penn grinded hard to find a second goal but unfortunately ran out of time.
NOTABLES
- Wednesday's contest was the first draw of the season.
- Goalie Andrew Hunter made four saves.
- First goal of the season for Greg Conkle off an assist by Adam Youssef.
- The Knights are currently ranked #3 in the USCAA National Rankings only behind Cincinnati-Clermont (2) and Berkeley College of New Jersey (1).
WHO'S NEXT?
The Knights go back to conference play when they host ESAC foe Williamson Trade on Friday evening September 29th at 4pm. (There may be a rescheduled contest earlier in the week for the postponed game against Manor College which was originally scheduled for 9/23 at Skyline Sports Complex)
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