Late Goals Sting Men's Soccer in Loss to OCU

OKLAHOMA CITY (Sept. 2, 2023) – The Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) men's soccer team fell to Oklahoma City University (OCU) 2-0 in the first game of the 2023 season.  

Head Coach Shane Hurley said, "We produced 20 chances to their 10, but we failed to capitalize on several solid opportunities. Our commitment to work off the ball was consistent throughout a good portion of the match. Key defensive blunders into the second half ended up in punishing results. It was a positive that our attitude remained steady, but our execution and creative play did not produce any late answers."

History

The Saints were 2-4-2 against the Stars prior to the game.

Basics

The Saints allowed two late goals by the Stars in a competitive game. OLLU controlled the first half with 11 shots and three corner kicks. The Saints forced the Stars to make six saves in the frame but were unable to convert any goals. The game remained scoreless until the 76th minute when the Stars took the permanent lead. They tacked on another goal three minutes later and won 2-0. The Saints outshot the Stars by 10 despite the loss but committed nine fouls in the second half.

Scoring overview

76' – OCU – Bernardo Duarte

79' – OCU – Jordan Da Costa

Inside the box score

Stan Driessen and Samuel Villegas had two shots on goal apiece. The Stars were led by Bernardo Duarte with two shots on goal.

Overall, the Saints tallied 20 shots, with nine on goal. OCU marked 10 shots with five on goal.

OLLU recorded seven corner kicks and the Stars took four.

What's next

The Saints face the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma on the road on Sept. 4 at 2:30 p.m.