Sept. 3, 2008

8.3.08 - OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - Mid-America Christian University men's soccer team dropped their home opener 3-1 to Concordia University Texas on Wednesday afternoon at Evangel Field.

The Evangels started out strong by taking the lead in the 6th minute with a goal by Kyle Pezant, assisted by Clint Paxton. In the first half MACU held the Tornadoes, only allowing them four shots on goal.

The Evangels had an unfortunate call against them in the 55th minute. Goalkeeper, Austin Custar was red carded after a collision in the box. The referee deemed it a foul and awarded Concordia a penalty kick. Junior defender, Matt Ross stepped in as goalkeeper for the remainder of the game. CUTX midfielder, Jay Shaffer capitalized on the penalty kick and tied the game 1-1.

In the 62nd minute the Tornado midfielder, Mitch Yates, found the back of the net to take the lead. Brain Friend scored Concordia's final goal of the afternoon in the 83rd minute.

Matt Ross had eight saves on the day after taking over the goalkeeping position.

The Evangels will play in the McPherson Tournament in McPherson, Kansas on September 5th and 6th.

MACU is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and the Sooner Athletic Conference.