ATHENS, Tenn. (October 8, 2022)- The Truett McConnell University men's soccer team traveled to face Appalachian Athletic Conference opponent Tennessee Wesleyan University, where the Bears fell short, 0-2. TMU falls to a record of 6-4-2, 3-4-1 AAC, while the Bulldogs rise to 6-1-5, 5-1-2 AAC.

PLAY BY PLAY

In the first period, the Bears were seen working hard on defense while being outshot 7-2. In the 14^th minute, TMU had a corner kick from Nour Alamri, followed by a second corner kick in the 25^th minute. Hendrik Metje had the first shot of the day that missed just wide, followed by a blocked shot from Marco Vernazza to keep the score 0-0 going into the half.

In the second period, the Bulldogs scored their first goal of the day in the 53^rd minute (0-1). In the 68^th minute, the Bulldogs final goal of the day was scored, leaving the Bears to fall 0-2.

LEADERS

Most notable, Keeper Daniel Santema recorded four saves on the day. Metje and Vernazza led the way with two shots on the day, followed by Adrian Hoffher with one shot.

UP NEXT
The Bears return to the TMU Soccer Complex to face AAC competitor Columbia College on Wednesday, October 12. Kickoff time is set for 5:00 p.m.