In a thrilling showdown at the Central Bank Sporting Complex (CBSC), Spurgeon College (9-2-1) delivered a powerful performance, toppling #5 ranked Emmaus (8-5-1) with a decisive 5-1 victory. The match, which took place on October 15, 2024, at 1:00 PM, showcased Spurgeon's offensive prowess and tactical superiority.
Game Highlights
The Spurgeon College team wasted no time asserting their dominance on the field. David Thang opened the scoring at 23:28 with an assist from Sage Ballard, setting the tone for what would be a high-scoring affair. Sage Ballard continued to shine, netting two goals of his own at 44:07 and 71:09, both assisted by Rylen Ballard.
Rylen Ballard wasn't content with just assists, as he found the back of the net himself at 56:27, with Sage Ballard returning the favor on the assist. Eduard Mangalagiu added to Spurgeon's tally at 72:39, bringing their total to an impressive five goals.
Emmaus managed to avoid a shutout with a late goal by Jake Matte at 88:59, but it was too little, too late for the visiting team.
Key Statistics
- Shots: Spurgeon College dominated with 23 shots (7 on goal) compared to Emmaus's 9 shots (3 on goal).
- Corner Kicks: Spurgeon held a slight edge with 4 corner kicks to Emmaus's 1.
- Fouls: The match saw a total of 16 fouls, with Spurgeon committing 10 and Emmaus 6.
Notable Performances
Sage Ballard was the standout player of the match, contributing two goals and two assists. His exceptional performance was slightly marred by a caution at 71:09, but it didn't diminish his impact on the game. Rylen Ballard also had a stellar outing with one goal and two assists.
Up next
This victory is a significant boost for Spurgeon College as they continue their impressive season. Fans won't have to wait long to see the team in action again, as their next home game is scheduled against #6 Barclay on October 21st at 1 PM.
The win against a top-5 ranked opponent demonstrates Spurgeon College's potential and sets the stage for an exciting matchup against another highly-ranked team in Barclay. As the season progresses, Spurgeon College is proving to be a force to be reckoned with in collegiate soccer.
