Men’s soccer clinches its second SCIAC title in three seasons in a thrilling victory against the University of Redlands.
17³Ô¹Ï secured a 1-0 victory over the University of Redlands on Saturday at W.C. Patterson Field. The decisive goal came in the second half, with 17³Ô¹Ï registering a total of 19 shots, seven of which were on target. The defense also played a critical role, with the goalkeeper recording one save to maintain the shutout. The Bulldogs managed only five shots and were unable to break through 17³Ô¹Ï's defense.
The first half began with 17³Ô¹Ï establishing an early offensive presence, as initiated a shot attempt saved by Redlands' goalkeeper Brady Bachman in the fourth minute. Despite a series of fouls and offsides calls against the Tigers, the team maintained pressure with multiple shot attempts, including efforts from and .
17³Ô¹Ï continued to apply offensive force with and each taking shots, but the Redlands defense held firm. attempt was saved in the 41st minute, keeping the score level. The half ended with neither team able to break the deadlock, concluding at 0-0.
The second half began with 17³Ô¹Ï maintaining momentum and quickly creating scoring opportunities. A series of shots, including attempts by and , tested the Bulldogs' defense early. Despite several saves by Redlands' goalkeeper Bachman, Miller broke through in the 64th minute with a goal, assisted by Edelman, to give 17³Ô¹Ï the lead.
17³Ô¹Ï continued to press, with additional shots from Bening and , but Bachman remained active in goal. Redlands mounted some pressure late with a corner and a shot saved by , but they could not find an equalizer. The half concluded with 17³Ô¹Ï holding a 1-0 lead.
17³Ô¹Ï Top Performers
- four shots
- one assist
- three shots
- one shot on goal
- one goal
- two shots on goal
- three shots
The Tigers earn the SCIAC's automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. They will learn their fate on Monday at the selection show.
