McPHERSON, Kan. – The University of Saint Mary Men's soccer team packed it up and headed down to No. 24 McPherson College today for their bout against the Bulldogs. After fighting and holding off McPherson through the first half and most of the second, the Bulldogs scored a game winning goal in the closing minutes of the game.
Saint Mary moves to 5-3 overall and 0-3 in the KCAC.
The game started off strong for the Spires. The first half of the game left the Spires defending and fighting for possession the whole way. Although they couldn't muster their attacks to score, their defense stood strong. Keeping the score 0-0 to the half.
Coming into the second half, the Spires were still as strong as they were in the first. After fighting through another long 40 minutes, the Bulldogs were able to score taking the lead and eventually winning the game. Leaving the Spires to fall 1-0 at the end of the day. Goalie, Blake Kuehl, was able to put together 3 saves through the game on the Bulldogs four shots on goal. It was a great defensive performance from the Spires, however it was not enough to hold off the Bulldogs.
The Spires will be back in action on September 29th where they will face off against Ottawa University on the road, at 7:30 p.m.
