Spartans Edge Ravens on Senior Day

Manchester University edged the Anderson University men’s soccer team 2-1 during Wednesday’s Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) matchup at Fridley Field.

Spartans Edge Ravens on Senior Day
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October 19, 2023

Manchester University edged the Anderson University men's soccer team 2-1 during Wednesday's Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) matchup at Fridley Field.

The Ravens (9-6-2, 2-4-1) recognized seniors Josh Brown, Caleb Gonser and Stephen Fite at halftime for the Senior Day ceremony.

In the 35th minute, Stephen Fite drew a foul in the box to give the Ravens a penalty kick. Dalton Grubbs converted the kick to give the Ravens a 1-0 lead.

Manchester (9-0-6, 5-0-2) evened the score in the 42nd minute when Cory Mitchell intercepted a pass and took it back for a shot and a goal. Harley Kruschwitz put Manchester ahead with a goal of his own in the 71st minute.

Anderson outshot Manchester 14-7 and held an 8-2 advantage in shots on goal.

COACH SCOTT FRIDLEY'S COMMENTS

  • I am very proud of these three [seniors] and their four years at Anderson University and their time with the soccer team. They have provided many memories for us to talk about for years to come. These are quality young men that will do great things in the world. We will miss them dearly.
  • I am very proud of the 90 minutes that we put together [on Wednesday]. It was probably the most complete of the game season. I am obviously disappointed in the result; I don't think it is a fair reflection on how well the boys played. It's unfortunate that two critical mistakes changed the match.

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Anderson battles Hanover College (7-7-1, 4-2-1) in HCAC action on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. in Hanover.