SELINSGROVE, Pa. — The Susquehanna University men's soccer team played Wilkes University to a 1-1 draw Wednesday evening at Sassafras Field, earning a point in Landmark Conference play. The River Hawks moved to 2-6-3 overall and 0-1-2 in Landmark Conference play, while Wilkes moved to 0-7-2 overall and 0-2-1 in the conference.
How It Went Down
- Susquehanna wasted little time finding the back of the net, as Aidan Diglio scored in the eighth minute to give the River Hawks an early 1-0 advantage. Zak Kreisher provided the assist on Diglio's third goal of the season.
- Wilkes answered just under 10 minutes later, with Lorenzo Lici scoring in the 18th minute to level the contest at 1-1.
- The River Hawks held a 5-2 advantage in shots during the opening 45 minutes, but neither team could find another goal before halftime.
- The second half featured chances on both sides, with Susquehanna recording five shots and Wilkes registering six. Jason Krum made a key save on Lici in the 52nd minute to keep the match even, while Wilkes goalkeeper Matthew Conti turned aside attempts from Ben Faranda-Diedrich and Joe Holmwood in the final 30 minutes.
- Neither team could break through in the closing minutes, as the contest ended in a 1-1 draw.
Inside the Box Score
- Aidan Diglio scored his third goal of the season and finished with two shots, including one on goal.
- Zak Kreisher recorded the assist on Diglio's goal.
- Joe Holmwood, Owen Kaar and Owen Smith each recorded two shots.
- Jason Krum played the second half in goal and made one save.
- Finn Kramer started in goal and played the opening 45 minutes.
- Susquehanna held a 10-8 advantage in shots and a 5-2 edge in corner kicks.
- The River Hawks put three shots on goal, while Wilkes had two.
- Susquehanna committed 11 fouls compared to eight for Wilkes.
Up Next for the River Hawks
- Susquehanna returns to action Saturday, October 10, taking on Drew University at 1 p.m. as the River Hawks celebrate Senior Day.
