Friday, Oct. 18– The Rhodes Men's Soccer team achieved a 3-2 win against rivals Sewanee Tigers on Friday, October 18, 2024 at home in Memphis, TN. After scoring 3 in the first half and going into the break 3-0. The Lynx held on after allowing the Tigers two goals in the second half to take their conference record to 3-1.
Match Recap: Rhodes vs. Sewanee
The Lynx, currently ranked No. 6 in the region, were facing a hot Sewanee team coming off a two-match win streak. With the win, Rhodes handed Sewanee their second loss in conference, after an electric game which saw many shots for each team.
This heated matchup saw a tale of two halves. The Lynx dominated the first half with 10 shots and 3 goals. The first goal came in the 13th minute off of a set piece by senior Eli Pilcher. In the 20th minute, fellow senior, Evan Buecker, snatched his first of the season with a header assisted by freshman Matthew Sucato. Finally, in the 34th minute, sophomore Luke Grant finished off a chance with yet another assist provided by Sucato.
The Tigers came out strong in the second half scoring their first in the 48th minute and their second in the 56th. The Lynx were able to see the match out and secure the win.
Team Statistics:
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Rhodes College: 16 total shots (9 on goal), 3 saves, 9 corner kicks.
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Oglethorpe: 12 total shots (5 on goal), 6 saves, 5 corner kicks.
The Lynx are now 3-1 in conference. The Lynx have a short turn-around before their next match against the Centre Colonels, Sunday, October 20th. Despite the win, the Lynx look to continue building on their performance and playing with unity for the remainder of their conference games.
More Facts
This is Eli Pilcher's third goal of the season, tying the team leader.
This was Evan Buecker's first goal of the season.
This marks Matthew Sucato's 5th assist of the season.
Looking Forward: Rhodes vs. Centre College
The Lynx now shift their focus to their upcoming match against the Centre College Colonels on Sunday, October 20th, 2024, at home in Memphis, TN. This match against the Colonels will be Senior Day in which all 8 Rhodes Seniors are recognized for their contributions. Fans are encouraged to attend and follow the Lynx. The match will be streamed live on the Lynx Network.
Historical Matchup Overview:
Rhodes has an extensive history with Centre, displaying a record of 5-11-2 over their previous meetings.
Head-to-Head History (Sep. 23, 2007 - Nov. 3, 2023):
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Wins: 5
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Losses: 11
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Ties: 2
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Home Record: 3-4-1
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Away Record: 1-7-1
As Rhodes prepares for this crucial conference game, the team is focused on fine-tuning their game and maintaining their identity for this match. Fans and supporters are encouraged to attend and follow the Lynx as they continue their season with determination and grit.
Next Match: Conference Play
