Spartans Fall to Tritons

Box score TAMPA, Fla. -

The University of Tampa (8-5-2, 2-4-1 SSC) men's soccer team were defeated by Eckerd (3-9-1, 1-4-1 SSC) by a final score of 2-0 on Tuesday night.

The Triton offense jumped the first goal of the game against the Spartans in the 22nd minute. Matt Dolan netted the score as Tyler Allen was credited with the assist.

Tampa outshot Eckerd 12-4 in the first half while also holding a 5-0 advantage in corner kicks.

The Tritons scored again in the 58th minute of the match off the foot of Richard Aiscough with the help of Dolan.

Tampa concluded the game outshooting Eckerd 21-8 as Keith Francisco, Bay Downing and Chris Campbell led the way with three each. Reigning SSC Defensive Player of the Week Zak Downes recorded three saves in goal for the Spartans.

UT returns to action on Saturday at Pepin Stadium to take on SSC opponent Rollins at 7 p.m. Live stats and a video webcast will be available through www.tampaspartans.tv.

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