Zac Ruch Head Strength & Sports Performance Coach | UW-Eau Claire Blugolds Website
Zac Ruch Head Strength & Sports Performance Coach | UW-Eau Claire Blugolds Website
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire men's soccer team secured a victory at home on Saturday, defeating the 8th ranked University of Chicago with a score of 1-0. The decisive goal came early in the match.
Carson Kowalski, a junior from Mundelein, Wis., scored in the 11th minute with a back post run on a corner kick. The assist came from Carter Thiesfeld, a senior from Forest Lake, Minn. This early lead proved sufficient for the Blugolds.
Throughout the first half, UWEC's offense dominated with nine shots on goal compared to Chicago's one. In the second half, Chicago intensified their attack but failed to score as Eau Claire's defense remained solid.
Spencer Banks, a senior from Stevens Point, Wis., made two crucial saves to secure his second shutout of the season. Banks' record now stands at 3-0-1 for the year.
Next up for the Blugolds (6-0-2) is an away game against St. Olaf College on Wednesday, September 25. The match will kick off at 4 p.m. at Rolf Melby Field.
Fans can follow the Blugolds throughout the season on Blugolds.com or via their app, Blugold Sports. Updates are also available on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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