UT-Southern edges Blue Mountain Christian in SSAC men’s soccer

Pulaski, Tenn. — UT-Southern defeated Blue Mountain Christian 2-1 Saturday in SSAC men’s soccer. The Firehawks scored two goals in the first half, with Benjamin Chretien netting the opener on an assist from Felix Hammel at the 26:53 mark.

Nick Miske added the second for UT-Southern on a goal at 41:47, assisted by Tyrell Inniss. Blue Mountain Christian responded in the 81st minute, with Erick Braga scoring on an assist from Davi Rainato.

Yalin Alici had a late chance for Blue Mountain Christian, but William McGinn made the save to preserve the win for UT-Southern. Blue Mountain fired nine shots on goal, while Topper goalkeeper Luan Nascimento made five saves in the loss.

Blue Mountain Christian, with a 4-2-3 record, will return to SSAC play Thursday against Brewton-Parker in Mount Vernon, Georgia. The match is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Eastern time.

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