RIDGELAND, Miss. – The United States Sports University men's soccer team defeated Tougaloo 2-1 on Saturday.
How it Happened
Camrin Pearson opened scoring in the fourth minute by outrunning the defense from midfield and converting a one-on-one opportunity.
Carter Willis extended the Eagle (2-1-2) lead to 2-0 with a straight-on shot from 30 yards in the 32
nd minute.
Tougaloo (0-3-0) cut the deficit to 2-1 when Kendarius Smith scored from eight yards in the 78
th minute, but USSU protected the lead through the final whistle.
Match Notes
- Pearson now leads USSU with three goals on the year.
- Willis scored his first goal of the season.
- The Eagles took a season-high 18 shots while holding the Bulldogs to six.
- USSU generated scoring opportunities on a season-high seven corner kicks.
- Freshman goalkeeper
Miggy Becerra made a season-high three saves.
Up Next
The Eagles finish their weekend at LaGrange on Sunday. The match is schedule to kick off at 3 p.m. (EST).
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