The Spurgeon College men's soccer team started their regional campaign in style, defeating Ozark Christian College 5-1 on the road in Joplin, Missouri. The Knights displayed strong teamwork, precision passing, and relentless energy as they set the tone for the 2025 season.

From Kickoff to Final Whistle

The Knights wasted no time making their mark. Freshman standout Sage Ballard recorded a stunning hat trick, adding two assists to his tally for a dominant performance. Rylen Ballard and Ty Dittbrenner added goals of their own, capping off a balanced attack that proved too much for the Ambassadors.

With the victory, Spurgeon begins regional play with confidence and momentum, eager to build on their strong start.

Next Games

The Knights continue their season on the road with a matchup against Principia College on Sep 2 (Tue) at 5:30 PM in Elsah, Illinois. They will then return home for their first region and home game of the year, hosting Manhattan Christian College on Sep 9 (Tue) at 1:00 PM at the Central Bank Sporting Complex in Kansas City, MO.