Alvernia University Athletics

READING, PA. (October 17) – On Saturday afternoon, the Alvernia University men's soccer team (4-7-3) fell 2-0 to Eastern University (7-3-3) in a home conference match up. The Golden Wolves generated several quality scoring opportunities but could not find the back of the net. Alvernia will look to bounce back against Neumann University.

How It Happened

• The Golden Wolves created several quality opportunities in the first half. Luke Williamson recorded a shot in the eighth minute, but it was saved by the Eastern goalkeeper. Despite conceding two corner kicks and three shots over the next 14 minutes, the Golden Wolves' defense held strong. In the 27th minute, Josh Ertel and Joseph Washington each put a dangerous ball on target, but a save and a shot from Washington that sailed high kept the game scoreless. Both teams registered shots late in the half, including an attempt by Chase Bartman that forced an excellent save from the Eagles' goalkeeper. The teams entered halftime tied 0-0.

• The Golden Wolves earned a corner kick in the 50th minute, but could not capitalize on the opportunity. Eight minutes later, the Eagles broke the scoreless tie to take a 1-0 lead. Alvernia recorded another corner kick and two shots over the next 13 minutes, but the Eagles' defense continued to hold firm. The Golden Wolves struggled to generate additional scoring opportunities down the stretch, and Eastern added an insurance goal in the 85th minute to secure the 2-0 victory.

Inside the Box Score

• The Golden Wolves recorded nine total shots, with two on target.

• Alvernia tallied four saves and four corner kicks.

Up Next

• The Golden Wolves travel to Neumann University on Wednesday, October 21, for a 7 p.m. match up.