Illinois Wesleyan University Men's Soccer Team Set for Home Opener Against Kalamazoo College
The Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team is gearing up for their home opener against Kalamazoo College on Saturday, September 13, at 3:30 p.m. after a string of four straight road matches. The Titans, currently unbeaten with a record of 3-0-1, will face off against the Hornets, who have a record of 2-2 following a trip to Texas. The team is led by a balanced offensive attack, with junior Matthew Perchik, sophomore Ben Lyons, and freshman Daniel Smazil being the top scorers.
Key Takeaways:
- The Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team is set to welcome Kalamazoo College to Neis Field for their home opener on September 13, after a series of four road matches.
- The Titans enter the match unbeaten with a record of 3-0-1, while the Hornets have a record of 2-2 after a trip to Texas.
- Freshman Daniel Smazil has recorded two goals and an assist, while junior Matthew Perchik and sophomore Ben Lyons are the team's leading point-getters with eight points each, including three goals.
- The senior outside back duo of Nick McCully and Jerry Smazil has stifled opposing offenses, allowing only five goals in the first four matches.
- Senior goalkeeper Sam Kedzior has provided a calm presence in net, recording nine saves and a .643 save percentage in 343 minutes.
- The Titans and Hornets have met three previous times, with Illinois Wesleyan owning a 2-0-1 record, including a 1-1 draw in their last meeting on August 30, 2024.
Statistics:
- Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team record: 3-0-1
- Kalamazoo College men's soccer team record: 2-2
- Daniel Smazil's goals: 2
- Matthew Perchik and Ben Lyons' points: 8
- Nick McCully and Jerry Smazil's goal allowance: 5
- Sam Kedzior's saves: 9
- Sam Kedzior's save percentage: .643
Sources:
- Illinois Wesleyan University Athletics
- [1] Illinois Wesleyan University website
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