In a challenging season opener for the University of Saint Mary Spires, the team faced their first defeat against the William Jewell Cardinals with a final score of 2-0. The match unfolded at Charles Berkel Memorial Stadium on Wednesday August 27, 2025.
The game started intensely as both teams battled to establish dominance on the field. The William Jewell Cardinals seized the opportunity to take the lead with Kanosh Abdulameer scoring the first goal at the 31:32 mark, setting the halftime score at 1-0 in favor of the Cardinals.
In the second half, the Spires aimed to equalize, but the Cardinals extended their lead when Caua Ensciemento netted the second goal at 64:22, assisted by Henry Stabile.
Looking ahead, the University of Saint Mary Spires look to bounce back against opponents in Hannibal, Mo., on Saturday August 30, 2025.