MEN’S SOCCER EARNS FIRST VICTORY OF THE SEASON

HARRISONBURG, Va. – The University of Dayton men’s soccer team squared off against James Madison in the final game of the JMU Tournament Sunday and picked up its first win of the season.

KEY STATS

The Flyers improve their record to 1-1 on the season while James Madison falls to 0-1-1.

In the first half, Dayton totaled seven shots, including five on goal while James Madison had three shots, none on goal.

Dayton out-shot the Dukes 15-9 in the contest and put six on target.

The Flyers committed more fouls (8-5), but also had more corner kicks (6-2).

Junior goalkeeper Justin Saliba had four saves in the contest.

DAYTON GOAL

19^th Minute – Senior Maik Schoonderwoerd scored on the cross by senior Michael Frasca, who attacked down the right side of the field before finding his teammate in the box for the opening goal.  Dayton 1, James Madison 0

UP NEXT

Dayton will host Cleveland State at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 2 for the Flyers’ home opener at Baujan field.

Back by popular demand this season, the exclusive Dayton Flyer soccer scarves. Pick up a punch card at the main entrance and be sure to get your card punched eight times to receive a scarf.

Admission is free to all regular season home matches at Baujan.

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