ELMIRA, N.Y. – Two late Elmira goals erased a 2-0 Houghton lead and forced the Highlanders to settle for a 2-2 draw in Empire 8 men's soccer action on Saturday.

After a scoreless first half, the Highlanders scored twice in a four-minute span early in the second half to go up 2-0. Paul Mitchell and Julius Klohr tallied the goals.

But the host Soaring Eagles pulled within one just 2:47 later and found the equalizer in the 81st minute to force overtime. The teams went scoreless in 20 minutes of extra time.
 
GAME VITALS
Score: Houghton - 2 | Elmira - 2 
Records: Houghton: 2-4-4 (0-0-2 E8) | Elmira: 6-2-2 (0-1-1 E8)
Venue: Elmira, N.Y. | Attendance: 144

SCORING SUMMARY

59:48		Paul Mitchell (1) Assisted By: Ben Dicrasto
63:27		Julius Klohr (1) Assisted By: Daniel Bussey
66:14		Adam Nichols (6) Assisted By: Mark Brado Jr.
80:06		Jake Meyer (1) Assisted By: Lutho Mlunguza

KEY STATS
>> Elmira held a 23-15 advantage in shots, including a 6-2 edge in overtime.
>> Caleb Loew made 8 saves in net
>> Ben DiCrasto and Daniel Bussey each had an assist
>> Mitchell led the Highlanders with four shots

COACH'S CORNER
Today was a big step forward for this team. The performance was excellent against a very good Elmira side. We need to do better playing with a lead but overall I am pleased with the application," -- Head Coach Bobby McColl

UP NEXT
The Highlander return to action on Tuesday, October 1 at 7 p.m. when they host Keuka College on Burke Field.