Sept. 23, 2008

9.23.08 - OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - The Mid-America Christian University soccer team defeated Bethany College 3-1 on Tuesday afternoon at Evangel Field.

The Evangels let a quick goal get by them in the first minute of play when Bethany College junior James Fox netted a goal off a pass from teammate Nick Butler. The Evangels regrouped and answered five minutes later when Gabby Gonzalez crossed the ball which Kyle Pezant finished. In the eighth minute the Bethany defense gave up an own goal to put the Evangels ahead 2-1.

With 21 minutes left in the first half freshman Martin Maese set a through ball to Gonzalez who was able to put it in the back of the net.

The Evangels held Bethany to six shots on goal. Goalkeeper Austin Custar had five saves.

The Evangels will resume conference play at home on Friday, battling USAO at 4 p.m.