Posted: Sep 09, 2015
The Muskingum men's soccer team posted its second consecutive shutout following a 2-0 blanking of Wooster on Wednesday afternoon at Muskie Field.
The Basics
- Records: Muskingum (2-1 overall), Wooster (1-2-1 overall)
- Location: New Concord, Ohio - Muskie Field
How It Happened
- Muskie sophomore Trent Newby gave Muskingum an early 1-0 lead in the sixth minute on a shot from the top of box to the far post. The strike was Newby's second straight game-winning goal.
- Muskie freshman Chase Michael Hilliard scored his first career goal in the 82nd minute. He ended the outing with four shots, including three on frame.
- Muskingum senior Brett Hanna registered his first assist of the season on Hillard's goal. Hanna ended the game with three shots.
- Muskingum ended the contest with a 17-14 edge in shots, while Wooster held a 5-4 nod in corner kicks.
- Austin Russell led the Scots with three shots. Lucas Hunt and Marco Sapien each had two shots.
- The win marked Muskingum's second straight shutout and extended the Muskies' winning streak to two games.
Between The Pipes
- Freshman Colin Federer recorded his first career shutout by making four saves in 90 minutes of work in frame.
- Scot Stacho started for Wooster and made five saves and allowed two goals in 90 minutes.
Up Next
- Muskingum next hosts Denison on Wednesday, September 16. Game time is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. at Muskie Field.