Crusaders Defeat Cobras in Road Matchup

Crusaders Defeat Cobras in Road Matchup

Belmont, NC - Coker University faced off against Belmont Abbey on October 10, 2023, at Field Day Park in Clover, South Carolina. Despite putting up a strong fight, Coker was unable to secure a victory, ultimately losing to Belmont Abbey with a final score of 3-0.

From the very beginning, Belmont Abbey showcased their skill on the field. In the first quarter, they made an impressive goal to give their team an early lead of 1-0. Coker struggled to find their footing, unable to respond with any goals in the first half.

The second quarter saw Belmont Abbey extend their lead even further, scoring a goal to make it 2-0 in favor of Belmont Abbey. Coker faced an uphill battle to attempt a comeback.

Despite their best efforts, Coker continued to struggle in the third quarter. Belmont Abbey found the back of the net with an unassisted goal, further solidifying their lead at 3-0. Coker fought hard in the final quarter, but they were unable to overcome the deficit.

Coker's goalkeeper, Eve Sekscinski, made valiant efforts to keep her team in the game, making four saves throughout the match. However, Belmont Abbey's offensive prowess proved to be too much for Coker to handle, as they managed to take a total of 15 shots on goal.

Although Coker fell short in this match, they displayed resilience and determination on the field. Despite their overall record, they continue to work hard and improve with each game. Coker's players, including Kelly Naude, Cato Bartstra, and Wibien Dahmen, showed great skill and effort throughout the match.