ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Houghton University men's soccer surrendered a goal in the final minute Wednesday, falling 2-1 to St. John Fisher in an Empire 8 matchup at Growney Stadium.
The Highlanders took the lead in the 17th minute when
Elijah Bailey converted a penalty kick. St. John Fisher answered in the 24th minute, with Adam Grover scoring off an assist from Jake Endich to even the match at 1-1.
The teams remained tied through most of the second half before Grover scored his second goal of the game in the 90th minute to give the Cardinals the victory.
Houghton finished with eight shots, including four on goal, while St. John Fisher also recorded eight shots and put three on target. Goalkeeper
Joshua Smith made one save for the Highlanders.
Houghton falls to 6-4-4 overall and 3-3-2 in Empire 8 play. The Highlanders return home Saturday to host SUNY Poly in an Empire 8 matchup at 1 p.m.
