INSIDE THE MATCHUP:
Final: Florida Tech 2, Embry-Riddle 1
Records: Florida Tech (3-1, 1-0 SSC) | Embry-Riddle (2-4, 1-1 SSC)
Locations: Rick Stottler Field | Melbourne, Fla.
STATS OF THE MATCH:
- Both squads put the pressure on as it was a defensive stalemate in the first half
- Florida Tech had a slim 2-1 edge over Embry-Riddle in shots heading into the second half.
- In the 58th minute, Nick Brady was able to block an Eagle shot however Amit Libgot was able to rebound and score to put ERAU on the board.
- The Panthers didn't give up out shooting the Eagles 9-3 in the second half.
- With seven minutes to go, a Altair Reyes corner was sent toward the middle of the box toward Guillermo Segovia who fought for the header and tied the match.
- Five minutes later with 90 seconds remaining, a Juan Masqueda pass allowed Segovia to find open space on the right side and send a high-speed shot into the back of the net for the winning goal.
- The Panthers led in shots 11-4, shots on goal 4-3, and corner kicks 10-2
- Nick Brady finished with 2 saves on the day.
COACHES CORNER:
"First, we're all so happy and grateful to be back playing SSC games again! Tonight was a cagey first hald with neither team giving much away, but I felt we got on the front foot in the second half and were able to build some momentum. Being down a goal was disappointing but another good test of character, it was great to see the guys resond positively and show good composure in the final part of the game and to come from behind to win. Recovery and preparation are in order for the next 48 hours before we face our next opponent."
BEYOND THE BOXSCORE:
- Florida Tech moves to 7-1 all-time against Embry-Riddle with a 6-game win streak
- Segovia's recorded six goals in four games.
- The Panthers move up to fourth in the SSC standings
UP NEXT: Florida Tech heads to Miami Shores for a road match against Barry. Kick-off is set for 6 p.m.
