MARIETTA, Ohio - Mount St. Joseph men's soccer put up a strong fight on the road but came up just short in a 3-2 loss to Marietta on September 10.
After conceding early, the Lions quickly responded with a goal in the 20th minute to even the score. The second half saw Marietta pull ahead again, but Brennan Lewis brought MSJ level at 2-2 in the 78th minute. Unfortunately, Marietta netted the game-winner in the 84th, ending the Lions' comeback hopes.
MSJ fired 13 shots (7 on goal), with strong performances from Lewis, Mohit Naphray, and Michael Smith. Goalkeeper Carson Sabers made 3 saves in the effort.
Despite the loss, the Lions showed grit and offensive promise heading into their next matchup.
