Posted: Oct 04, 2023

ONU AND HOLY CROSS SPLIT POINTS IN 1-1 DRAW

Holy Cross

(4-6-3, 2-2-2)

Olivet Nazarene (IL)

(7-2-1, 5-0-2)

Final

Holy Cross (4-6-3, 2-2-2)

Olivet Nazarene (IL) (7-2-1, 5-0-2)

BOURBONNAIS, IL. - In a thrilling home match at Snowbarger Athletic Complex on Wednesday, Olivet Nazarene University's men's soccer team faced off against Holy Cross College, resulting in a hard-fought 1-1 draw.

First Half: Holy Cross Strikes First

The first half of the match saw Holy Cross seize the initiative. In the 24th minute, the Saints capitalized on a quick counterattack, slipping past ONU's defense and put the ball between the posts. The visiting team's early goal put ONU on the back foot, but the home side remained composed and focused as they headed into the halftime break trailing by a single goal.

Second Half: ONU's Comeback

As the second half kicked off, ONU showed their resilience and determination. They pressed forward, looking for opportunities to claw their way back into the game. In the 56th minute, ONU's efforts bore fruit. Freshman forward Joel Trueb seized a moment of brilliance as he received a pinpoint pass from freshman defender Carter Beckman. Trueb skillfully maneuvered past Holy Cross' defense and unleashed a powerful strike that found the back of the net, leveling the score at 1-1.

As the clock continued to tick, the game was a seesaw of intense action, with both teams desperately seeking a decisive goal. ONU's defense held strong, denying Holy Cross any chance to regain the lead. Despite several close calls, neither team managed to break the deadlock. The final whistle blew, signaling the end of a captivating contest with a final score of 1-1.

Looking Ahead

The Tigers are eager to capitalize on the momentum from this hard-fought draw, fueling their determination to succeed in their upcoming matches. ONU is set to face off against Roosevelt University on Oct. 7th. Kickoff is set for 2:00 p.m. CST. at Morris Field.

Quick Hits