JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Saint Peter's University men's soccer team lost to Monmouth in the MAAC Quarterfinals by a score of 1-0 on Sunday. The Peacocks finished the season with a record of 8-9-1.
Game Notes:
- Graduate goalkeeper Guillem Badenes Mecho was called into action early, making a save in the ninth minute to keep the score tied.
- Monmouth had corners in both the 27th minute and the 29th minute, but were unable to generate anything off of them.
- The Peacocks were unable to generate any shots in the first half. The score was tied at 0-0 at the half.
- Saint Peter's came out of the halftime break looking for opportunities. Sophomore forward Matt Ellis put an attempt high in the 52nd minute.
- Badenes Mecho made another save in the 56th minute to keep things tied.
- Senior midfielder Jamie Davis put an attempt high off of a free kick in the 60th minute.
- Senior midfielder Matt Hoyt just missed wide in the 72nd minute.
- Monmouth scored with three seconds left on the clock to win the game and advance to the MAAC semifinals.
Inside the Numbers:
- Davis currently owns 24 career assists, tying him for second all-time in the Saint Peter's record books. He currently sits third in NCAA Division I in assists this season.
- Saint Peter's registered five shots. Ellis, Davis, Hoyt, junior defender Tom Climpson, and sophomore forward Conlan Paventi each had one.
- Badenes Mecho made five saves.
Coach's Quotes: Julian Richens
- Cruel way to end the game. I thought we were solid throughout, and in the second half particularly, we were a good attacking threat.
- It's hard for the players to realize right now, but it's these moments that drive you on over the next 12 months.
- Our seniors have been a big part in driving this program to four consecutive playoffs, a Regular Season Championship and a runners up position in their four years. We may see them again in a Saint Peters shirt for a fifth year, we will see what the future holds.
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