A record‑breaking opening night
Kansas City’s men’s soccer team opened its season in spectacular fashion, routing SIUE 5‑0 in a match that set a new program record for goals scored against a Division I opponent.
The win served as a tribute to former head coach Rick Benben and the 2001 Mid‑Continent Conference championship squad, whose legacy was celebrated on the field.
Raphael Kistmann paced the offense with a brace, while Brevyn Cole snapped a 706‑day drought to register his first collegiate goal. Freshmen Makhi Francis and other newcomers contributed, and senior Brandon Kincaid secured the seventh shutout of his career with a key save.
Looking ahead
The Roos are scheduled to face UNLV next Tuesday as part of a three‑game home stand, a matchup that will test the early momentum built on their dominant performance.