The University of Scranton men's soccer team got an early goal from Nick Suraci in the third minute and held on for a 1-0 Landmark Conference win over Elizabethtown College Saturday afternoon at Ira R. Herr Field.
The Basics
- Final Score: Scranton - 1, Elizabethtown - 0
- Records: Scranton (8-1-3, 4-0-0), Elizabethtown (5-4-4, 1-1-2)
How It Happened
- Nick Suraci scored in the 3rd minute, running onto a cross into the box that was knocked around a few times before coming out to the top left side of the box, then hitting a first-time right-footed strike straight into the bottom right corner of the net for his first goal of the season and a 1-0 lead that held up the rest of the way.
- Scranton outshot Elizabethtown 8-1 in the first half and protected the lead through a scoreless second half.
Top Performers
- Nick Suraci scored the game-winning goal, his first of the season and career.
- Justin Scavalla made one save in the second half to preserve the shutout.
Team Stats
- Scranton held a 12-5 advantage in shots (4-1 on goal).
- Elizabethtown's goalkeeper made three saves; Scavalla made one for Scranton.
- Scranton held the edge in corner kicks, 9-1.
- Scranton was whistled for more fouls, 10-9.
Up Next
- Scranton will travel to Moravian University on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 7:00 p.m.
