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Men's Soccer Falls to Thomas in Tight 3-2 Game

Men's Soccer Falls to Thomas in Tight 3-2 Game

THE BASICS 
Lesley University, 2 vs. Thomas College, 3

Records: 
Thomas (2-2-5)
Lesley Lynx (1-6)

Location: Waterville, ME.

Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023

THE LEAD –  The Lynx lost to Thomas College after a closely matched game, with a score of 2-2 until Thomas scored the game winning goal with one second left in regulation time.

HOW IT HAPPENED

  • The Terriers notched two goals in the first 22 minutes of the match, sending Lesley down two goals early in the game.
  • The Lynx kept the Terriers scoreless for the rest of the half, despite the 6 shots they fired off.
  • At the 53rd minute mark, an own goal from the Terriers gave Lesley the ammunition they needed to climb out of their now, one goal deficit.
  • Just about 20 minutes later, the Terriers recorded another own goal, handing Lesley a tied game.
  • Micky Woodrow fired off a shot towards Josiah Williams, forcing him to make an incredible diving save toward his right side.
  • With less than a second left on the clock, Thomas' Joshua Joseph sent one to the back of the net, assisted by Woodrow to secure the Terriers win.

 

INSIDE THE NUMBERS

  • Williams played a full ninety minutes, recording 5 saves on the match.

UP NEXT

  • The Lynx are back on the field Monday, September 25th with a road matchup against Curry College, starting at 4:00.