#4 Men’s Soccer Wins Physical Bout Against Ravens

Columbia, Mo. – The #4 Columbia College men’s soccer team (1-0-2) endured a 90-minute physical contest against the Ravens of Benedictine College (1-2-1), scoring twice to claim their first win of the season. 

Nathan Durdle took a shot inside the box that was deflected by the Raven goalkeeper and picked up by Rece Gilmore. Gilmore took a shot through the goalkeepers legs and was able to convert, giving the Cougars the 1-0 lead. 

Columbia continued to pour on the offensive pressure, registering 17-team shots while holding Benedictine to just six. 

In the 74th minute, Nick Brandt settled a pass from Gilmore and broke past the Ravens’ defense to score the Cougars’ second goal.

Liam Gibbs played a full 90-minutes in goal for the Cougars and pulled down four saves. 

????Alarm Communications bringing you the goal highlights from the #4 Cougar men’s soccer team 2-0 win over Benedictine! pic.twitter.com/bbmHDtRljp

— Columbia Cougars (@ColumbiaCougars) September 4, 2022