Game Recap: York College (NE) 1, Mount Marty University 0
York, NE – In a closely contested match on August 23, 2024, York College (NE) edged out Mount Marty University with a narrow 1-0 victory. Despite a strong second-half push from Mount Marty, the Lancers were unable to find the equalizer.
First Half: The only goal of the match came in the 35th minute, with Diego Yanes of York College scoring unassisted. Mount Marty had limited opportunities in the first half, taking just one shot.
Second Half: Mount Marty came out with more aggression in the second half, recording eight shots and three corner kicks, but the York defense, led by goalkeeper Jamie Watt, kept them at bay. Watt made four saves in the match, including three in the second half, to preserve the clean sheet.
York's defense also held strong, limiting Mount Marty's chances and maintaining their slim lead despite heavy pressure. The Lancers committed a total of 18 fouls in the game, adding to the match's physical nature.
Key Performances:
- Diego Yanes (York): Scored the only goal of the match, with three shots on goal.
- Jamie Watt (York): Recorded four saves, securing a clean sheet.
- James Terry (Mount Marty): Took one shot on goal but received a yellow card in the first half.
Match Stats:
- Shots: Mount Marty 9, York 7
- Saves: Mount Marty 4, York 4
- Fouls: Mount Marty 18, York 19
- Corner Kicks: Mount Marty 4, York 5
Next Up: Mount Marty will travel to Kansas on August 30th and September 1st playing against Bethany and McPherson College.
