Opening Whistle

ANKENY, Ia. – The Emmaus Eagles men's soccer team opened their 2022 season with a strong and balanced 7-0 result over the Calvary Warriors on the campus of Faith Baptist Bible College. 

This 2022 squad boasted 6 new starters from last season, and jumped out to a 4-0 halftime lead with goals in the 6th, 11th, 32nd and 39th minutes. The Eagles featured 6 different goal scorers on the day, including a brace from James Baker, who notched a goal in each half.  

On the defensive side, the Eagles held strong, maintaining the shutout via 4 total saves from goalkeeper Jacob Bauder, including a point blank stop late in the second half. 

"It was a solid team performance and a great way for us to start the year. Now we will turn the page, regroup, and get ready for our home opener versus Eureka on Saturday," shared head coach Chris McHugh

Fish Field will play host to the visitors from Eureka College on Saturday, September 3 at 3pm. 

Interested in competing with Emmaus Men's Soccer in 2023 or 2024?  Fill out an Eagles Recruiting Form to begin the conversation.

Emmaus is a fully-accredited four-year college offering more than 30 professional and ministry-related academic programs. Emmaus athletic teams compete in the NCCAA Division II and the Midwest Christian College Conference.

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