HOUGHTON, N.Y. –  Houghton men's soccer let in an early goal, but couldn't find the equalizer as they suffered their first loss of the season, 1-0, to the Mavericks of Medaille College at Burke Field. The loss takes the Highlanders to 1-1-1 on the season while the win improves the Mavericks to 1-2-1 on the year.

Game Vitals:

• Score: Houghton College - 0  |  Medaille College – 1
• Records:  Houghton College: 1-1-1  |  Medaille College: 1-2-1
• Venue: Burke Field, Houghton, NY  |  Attendance: 250

Key Moments
>> Freshman James Lang of Medaille College netted the only goal the Mavericks would need on a shot out of the reach of Highlanders keeper Jacob Dunnett.
>> Senior goalkeeper Jacob Dunnett had four saves with one beautiful and crucial save coming late in the second half to keep the Highlanders in the game.
>> Ben Munkittrick had the team's two best scoring opportunities. His close range shot near the post was thwarted by the Mavs keeper in the first half, while a quick re-direct of a perfectly placed cross went over the bar.

Key Stats
>> The Highlanders got outshot by the Mavericks, 15-4, on the night.
>> There were a total of four yellow cards with three going to the Mavericks and one going to the Highlanders.

Coaches Corner
"There were some decent performances but I think our organization in the midfield needs some work. We said after the game that tomorrow;s practice is the most important practice so far this year. We don't have a luxury of taking it easy with games Friday and Saturday. They're ready and chomping at the bit to start working out solutions and figure things out."– Houghton Coach Matthew Webb

Next Time Out
Houghton's next game will be away, kicking off the Fredonia tournament against SUNY Fredonia in Fredonia, N.Y. with kickoff being set for 6 p.m.