MIAMI GARDENS, FLA-  The Thomas University Men's Soccer team had a draw against Florida Memorial on Saturday afternoon.

 

The Night Hawks (5-5-4, 2-2-2) tried to find the momentum builder early in the game after firing several shots early in the first half. Florida Memorial (1-7-4, 1-3-2) eventually found a breakaway point in the contest as Alejandro Caicedo made his mark in the back of the net in the 26th minute that was assisted by Brad Tulley. Thomas tried to answer back with a few shots heading into the half that went high. 

 

In the second half, Thomas came back with a new and improved strategy. Eventually the game became a contest of mental toughness as the Green and White finally answered back with a goal from Freshman Stanley Hooker that was assisted by Graduate Student Joao Pedro Vinha and Sophomore James Hall.

 

Eventually both sides could not break the silence as time continued to run down to conclude the game in a draw.

 

In total, the Lions ended the game with eight shots with two on goal. Additionally FMU rallied three saves and corner kicks. Thomas took a total of thirteen shots with four on goal. Thomas also had one save and six corner kicks. 

 

WHAT'S NEXT:  The Night Hawks will have the rest of the weekend to rest for their next matchup against Warner University. Kick off is set for 10am in Lake Wales, Fla on Monday.

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