The Bellarmine University men's soccer team delivered a dramatic 2-1 victory on Sunday night, turning a deficit into a triumph on the road for the first time under head coach Matt Cannady. The win not only highlighted the squad's resilience but also underscored a growing confidence as the season progresses.
A Late Surge Turns the Tide
Northern Kentucky drew first blood with a penalty in the 33rd minute, slipping ahead 1-0 at halftime. The second half saw junior midfielder Teddy Franke level the score with a well‑placed strike after a crisp pass from senior midfielder Tate McCrery. Just ten minutes later, a fluid give‑and‑go involving McCrery, David Skorupan, Johan Nissen‑Lie and Colin Mackey produced the winning goal, sealing a 2-1 result.
The match was marked by a flurry of disciplinary action, including multiple yellow cards for the opposition and a red card in the 87th minute that left Northern Kentucky a man short. Bellarmine outshot the visitors 12‑11 overall, with a pronounced 7‑3 edge in the second half, while corner kicks favored the visitors 7‑3.
Looking Ahead to Stetson
Buoyed by the road win, the team now turns its focus to an upcoming ASUN confrontation with Stetson, scheduled for 7 p.m. (ET) on Saturday. The matchup promises another test of Bellarmine's growing attacking cohesion and defensive discipline as they aim to build on the momentum generated by their recent comeback.