Lien's second half goal secures Lions victory
Joakim Lien's second goal of the season was the only marker needed for the Mars Hill men's soccer team to pick up a key conference victory on the road against Queens Saturday night. The goal marks his second game-winner of the 2017 campaign.
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Hill (4-5-1, 3-2-1 (SAC)) | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Queens (N.C.) (4-4-4, 1-3-3 (SAC)) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Team Stats
Queens (N.C.)
| Game Statistics | Mars Hill | Queens (N.C.) |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (on goal) | 6 (2) | 18 (5) |
| Saves | 5 | 1 |
| Fouls | 6 | 10 |
| Corner Kicks | 2 | 7 |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Joakim Lien's second goal of the season was the only marker needed for the Mars Hill men's soccer team to pick up a key conference victory on the road against Queens Saturday night. The goal marks his second game-winner of the 2017 campaign.
After a scoreless first half and inside the final two minutes of regulation, Lien kicked in the lone goal of the contest past Royals' goalkeeper Sergio Lemus.
The Lions were outshot 18-6 and edged in corner kicks awarded, 7-2. Ben Lucas picked up his third shutout of the season with five saves.
Mars Hill improves to 4-5-1 (3-2-1 SAC) while Queens drops to 4-4-4 (1-3-3 SAC).
The Lions return to the Ammons Family Athletic Center and Meares Stadium Tuesday, October 10 where they will battle Lander. The match is set for a 7:30 p.m. start time.