Posted: Sep 28, 2016
Washington & Jefferson scored the golden goal minutes into overtime to combat the Muskie rally on a cold, rainy Wednesday at Muskie Field, 3-2.
The Basics
- Records: Muskingum (3-6-1 overall), Washington & Jefferson (4-3-1 overall)
- Location: New Concord, Ohio - Muskie Field
- Weather: Cold and rainy
How It Happened
- Washington & Jefferson jumped to a two-goal lead in the first half as Jason Yobbi connected with Kyle Wisniewski on back-to-back corner kicks.
- In the 34th minute, the Muskies delivered their first blow of the contest as junior Trent Newby connected with senior Gage Toy on a corner kick that cut the deficit to 2-1.
- Newby would net the equalizer in the 86th minute as he fired a free ball from outside the 20-yard box that beat the goalie to the far post.
- The Muskies dominated the ball in the second half, out shooting the Presidents 13-11.
- Wash. & Jeff. scored the game-winning goal in the 98th minute as Matt Prezioso collected a deflected ball inside the 18-yard box.
- Newby finished the contest with six shots and two on frame.
Between the Pipes
- Sophomore Gabriel Kral started in frame for the Muskies playing all 98 minutes and surrendering three goals. The sophomore made a season-high 11 saves.
- Jeremy Stone got the win for the Presidents playing all 98 minutes with four saves.
Up Next
- The Muskies return to action Saturday, October 1 as they open Ohio Athletic Conference play at Heidelberg. Kick-off scheduled for 1:00 p.m.