The Blue Demons and the Bradley Braves opened their 2026 men’s soccer campaigns with a 2‑2 stalemate that kept the scoreboard balanced until the final whistle.
Milestones and Momentum
Junior forward Luca Iaccino broke the deadlock in the 33rd minute, slotting a neat finish that put DePaul ahead 1‑0 and marked his fourth career goal for the program.
Bradley answered quickly, scoring twice within a three‑minute window to flip the lead to 2‑1, shifting momentum in their favor.
With five minutes remaining, the Demons rallied, and a coordinated move involving Noeh Hernandez and Mason Kutch produced the equalizer, sending the crowd into celebration.
Hernandez’s assist tied him for 13th on DePaul’s all‑time points list with 44 points, while Iaccino’s strike added to his growing legacy.
Seven newcomers made their debut for the Blue Demons, underscoring the depth of the roster and the coaching staff’s confidence in fresh talent.
Jordan Clagette and Scott Godden each recorded their second career assists, and Daniel Hickiewicz earned his first assist in three seasons, adding to the night’s statistical highlights.
Under head coach Mark Plotkin, now in his ninth year, DePaul improved to a 3‑2‑4 record in season openers, reflecting a steady progression over the past decade.