Bears Take Down Knights 5-0 in Season Opener

The Truett McConnell University Men's Soccer team started the season in great form, handedly defeating the Middle Georgia State University Knights 5-0. It did not take long for the Bears to open the scoring onslaught with Giovanni Giraudo's goal within the first five minutes of the match. Giraudo's goal would set the tone for the rest of the first half, with the Bears putting the ball in the back of the net four times in the half. The other Bears who would join in on the scoring are Jonathan Mendoza and Joao Costa, scoring twice. Consistent pressure and quick pace allowed the Bears to dominate possession in the first half.

MGSC began the second half with a valiant effort to come back, but were not able to get the ball past Freshman GK Christian Martinez. Martinez would have help with superb play from his back line. What seemed to seal the game was another goal from the foot of Joao Costa, completing his season opening hat trick.

Coach Rob Miller was very pleased with the performance of his team. "It's always great to get a great win over a quality team to begin the season," said Miller. He was very proud of both his returners and the newcomers to the squad. The fans who were able to attend the game were treated to a great display of soccer and it looks like there will be more to come from the 2017 Men's Soccer program at TMU.