HOUGHTON, N.Y. -- Despite a performance that saw the Highlanders control the majority of possession and dominate in shots and scoring opportunities, Houghton men's soccer suffered a 2-0 setback to Sage in E8 action Saturday at home.

The Gators scored both of their goals off penalty kicks, one coming in each half.

GAME VITALS
Score: Houghton 0 | Sage 2
Location: Houghton, N.Y. | Burke Field
Attendance: 60
Records: Houghton 3-4-1; 1-1-0 E8 | Sage 3-4-1; 1-1-0 E8

DETAILS
>> Houghton keeper Sam Carpenter was called for a foul when he challenged the attacker coming in alone on goal in the 12th minute. The ensuring penalty was converted just past Carpenter's outstretched arms.
>> Goal number two came with the Highlanders pressing for the equalizer late in the contest. The Sage forward was tripped up just as he entered the box to earn the penalty.
>> Houghton was in control for most of the contest and kept up the attack throughout. The scoring chances either broke down in the box, resulted in high shots over the net, or were turned away by Sage keeper Tyler Brennan.

NOTABLE STATS
>> The Highlanders dominated in shots, 30-4, including a 12-3 edge in shots on goal.
>> Brennan made 12 saves in net.
>> Carpenter allowed both goals and made one save.
>> Andy Loomis led the Highlanders with 10 shots, including four on frame.
>> Iann Dominic added six shots, while Alex Kalivoda chipped in with four.
>> Corners were also in Houghton's favor, 4-1

UP NEXT
The Highlanders next have a non-conference tilt against RIT at home on Wednesday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m.