KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Newman fell to Rockhurst in a close 2–1 match on Sunday. The Jets managed to score in the second half, but the Hawks held on to secure the victory.
How it Happened
The period started with both NU and Rockhurst establishing their goalkeepers. NU had the first shot attempt by
Io Shono at 8:53, but it did not find the back of the net. RU countered with a shot at 11:52, which was saved by
Guilherme Borges. The game remained scoreless until the 42nd minute when Rockhurst's Nicolas Schrag notched a goal, putting his team up 1–0. Despite a late corner kick and a shot attempt by
Skylur Staley, the Jets'efforts were thwarted by the Hawks goalie, ending the first period with the Hawks leading, 1-0.
The second period began with Rockhurst taking several early shots. Newman found a breakthrough when
Jonathan Garcia tallied a goal in the 76th minute, assisted by
Yohsuke Ono, leveling the score at 1–1. However, the Hawks regained the lead when Troy Lor netted a goal in the 82nd minute. Despite a penalty kick opportunity by
Higor Werneck and multiple fouls, the Jets could not equalize, and the period concluded with a 2–1 win for Rockhurst.
Player Highlights
- Garcia added one goal and led the team with two shots on goal.
- Ono provided an assist and contributed with one shot on goal.
Up Next
Newman will travel to Edmond, OK to face Oklahoma Christian on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m.
