Niagara University, N.Y. - Men's soccer draws with Merrimack 1-1 as
Haruhi Kyodo recorded his first career tally at Niagara Field in Niagara University, N.Y.
Niagara goes to 1-4-2, 0-1-1 in Metro play, while Merrimack goes to 2-2-5, 0-0-2 in conference play
Both sides were held scoreless up until the 37th minute of play as
Paolo Gottoli found
Haruhi Kyodo to give the Purple Eagles a 1-0 lead.
The Warriors added pressure after Kyodo's tally as they attempted two shots with one finding their way to
Grant Wyles, Merrimack recorded four corner kicks to end the first half.
Wyles recorded two more saves before Merrimack tied the match up at one as Keller Cassidy found Jonathan Kratz in the 73rd minute.
Wyles recorded six saves in the draw.
Niagara Notes
• Niagara goes to 0-1-1 all-time against Merrimack following Saturday's draw
• Kyodo recorded his first collegiate and Purple Eagle goal
• Gottoli recorded his first collegiate point as he assisted on Kyodo's goal
• Three different Purple Eagles played the full 90 minutes
• Till Rauch played in his 20th career game
Up Next
Niagara men's soccer is back in action as they take on Siena on Wednesday, September 30th at Niagara Field for a 4 p.m. start
