Lions open season with shutout win over No. 14 Chowan
The Mars Hill men's soccer team (1-0) opened their 2022 campaign with a 2-0 win over No. 14 Chowan (0-1) Thursday evening on the road as part of the Lees-McRae Shope Classic.
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chowan (0-1-0, 0-0-0) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mars Hill (1-0-0, 0-0-0) | 0 | 2 | 2 |
BANNER ELK, N.C. - The Mars Hill men's soccer team (1-0) opened their 2022 campaign with a 2-0 win over No. 14 Chowan (0-1) Thursday evening on the road as part of the Lees-McRae Shope Classic.
After a scoreless first half that saw the Lions outshoot Chowan 10-5, the Mars Hill offense continued to press, breaking through in the 47th minute. Off of a set play, David Straube scored his first goal as a Lion, knocking the ball out of the air with his left foot to put the Lions up 1-0.
With 1:08 remaining in the contest, Peter Plougmand sealed the victory with an individual effort that saw the preseason All-SAC First Team selection cut inside the defender as the ball was played out, stride to the goal line, and from a near impossible angle, roof the ball just inside the near post and crossbar.
Mars Hill outshot the Hawks 18-9 with Brennan Whalen making four saves for the shutout.
The Lions return to the pitch on Saturday, August 27 when they take on Lees-McRae to close out their play at the Lees-McRae Shope Classic. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m.
Are you kidding?! Early Goal of the Year candidate from Peter Plougmand as the Lions knock off No. 14 Chowan, 2-0, in season opener. #MHUMSOC #MHULions #GoHill @MHUMenSoccer pic.twitter.com/4lAiQG8tNw
— Mars Hill Athletics (@mhulions) August 26, 2022
Team Stats
Chowan
| Game Statistics | Chowan | Mars Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (on goal) | 9 (4) | 18 (10) |
| Saves | 8 | 4 |
| Fouls | 17 | 10 |
| Corner Kicks | 5 | 5 |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
