DUBUQUE, Iowa (Duhawks.com) - The Loras men's soccer team put a close on the 2015 season in the Rock Bowl with a 2-1 defeat of UW-Platteville. Junior
Alex Bradley played a role in both goals on Thursday, recording an assist on the opening goal and delivering the cross on the eventual game-winner.
LORAS HIGHLIGHTS| 24' | Minutes after Rummelhart put Loras in the lead,
Mike Gordon struck a half-volley from inside the penalty area, but was denied by Sibik.
| 48' |
Jacob Peterson denied Nick Hoklas right on the doorstep after a pass from Logan Rinderknecht.
| 55' |
Spencer Moore had his initial shot blocked and it fell to the feet of Bradley who from eight yards out, attempted a back-heel flick on goal, only to be saved by Sibik.
| 62' | After
Johnny Rummelhart drew a foul near the top of the box,
Alex Bradley narrowly missed out on a free kick goal after sending his kick to the upper-90, but was denied at the last second by Scott Sibik.
TURNING POINTLoras was in control most of the night, taking 21 shots and putting 16 on target. UWP's goalkeeper, Scott Sibik, stood tall and withstood the barrage, posting nine saves in the second half alone.
HOW IT HAPPENEDThe Duhawks opened the scoring early with a strike by senior
Johnny Rummelhart. After sophomore
Spencer Moore picked up the loose ball in Loras' half of the pitch, he delivered a pass through the air over the top of the UWP backline. Bradley ran under it and found an open passing lane for Rummelhart.
With the match winding down and Loras continuing to press for an insurance tally, their efforts were finally rewarded in the 80th minute when a corner kick from Bradley deflected off a UWP defender and past Sibik.
The Pioneers were finally rewarded for their efforts in the 89th minute when a penalty kick was awarded. Jon Stopple converted from the penalty spot to break up the clean sheet and draw the within one.
FRIEDMAN GROUP PLAYER OF THE GAME
Alex Bradley | After earning the assist on the first goal and delivering the corner which led to the second goal. Through 15 games this season, Bradley checks in with four goals and three assists.
UP NEXTLoras makes their way to Storm Lake on Saturday for a conference tilt with Buena Vista. The Beavers enter the weekend with a 5-10 overall record and a 0-5 form in IIAC play.
