Men’s Soccer shutout by TMU in AAC Play

WEST POINT, Ga. (Sept. 14, 2022)- The Point University men's soccer team hosted Truett McConnell University on Wednesday at the River Bowl Stadium for an Appalachian Conference matchup and fell 2-0. 

It was a scoreless first half as both teams looked to get the upper hand by trading a few shots on goal. Point came into the bout with an aggressive edge on offense, but the Bears held their ground by not allowing a score. Within the first minute of the second half, the action picked up as TMU scored the first goal of the game. The Skyhawks looked to stay within reach by staying with the game plan by taking more shots, but the Bears would not allow the tie. As the match neared the final minutes of play, Truett put the game their game in their favor as the Bears added to their lead with another goal. The Skyhawks continued to try to bring the game within reach but were unable to convert as the final minutes clocked.  

Point outshot TMU 29-8 with 10 on frame, but Bears' goalie, Daniel Santema, recorded all 10 saves with any shot coming his way. Luca Ganio-Mego, Ethan Aler and Brandon Cervantes each had two shots on goal. Simon Nicksh tacked on one save.  

With Wednesday's loss, the Skyhawks fall to 0-5-1 on the season and 0-2 in AAC play. 

Up next 

The Point University men's soccer team will make a quick trip for AAC play as they travel to Milligan University on Saturday, Sept. 17. Game time is scheduled for 7 p.m. The Skyhawks return home to River Bowl Stadium on Wednesday, Sept. 21, to host Tennessee Wesleyan University.