MSOC
3
Winner Bob Jones University BJU (13-2-2)
1
Pensacola Christian College PCC (8-10-1)
Winner
Bob Jones University BJU
(13-2-2)
3
Final
1
Pensacola Christian College PCC
(8-10-1)
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 F
Bob Jones University BJU 1 2 3
Pensacola Christian College PCC 0 1 1

Game Recap: Men's Soccer | | Braden Mottor

Eagles Fall to BJU in the Region Championship Match

Game Recap:
For the fourth time in six years, the Eagles and Bruins faced off in a heated rivalry for the Regional Championship. After today's 1-3 defeat, the series stands tied at 2-2, and the Eagles' quest for repeat South Region Champions fell just short.
 
Today's match was a showcase of talent, with 9 First Team All-Region players and 7 Second Team All-Region players on the field, making it clear this was going to be a 90-minute battle for the title. The Bruins struck early, taking the lead in the 17th minute with an assist from their keeper. That 1-0 advantage held up through the rest of the first half, despite both teams creating equal chances with 5 shots apiece. The Eagles weren't done, and this game was far from over.
 
After the break, the Eagles found their rhythm but struggled to convert. Their first shot of the half came 20 minutes in when Clarke's attempt was saved by the Bruins' keeper. Soon after, the Eagles fired off four consecutive shots, but none found the back of the net. Meanwhile, the Bruins capitalized on a swift counter-attack, scoring again in the 71st minute to make it 2-0. With another goal in the 84th minute, the Bruins extended their lead to three with under 10 minutes left in regulation. The Eagles fought back with a brilliant free-kick goal from Dakotah Barchus in the 84th minute, but it wasn't enough. As the final whistle blew, the Bruins were crowned 2024 South Region Champions.
 
What's Next:
The Eagles now await the conclusion of other regional tournaments and will hope for an at-large bid to the 2024 National Tournament.
 
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