The Virginia Wesleyan men's soccer team (13-4-3, 7-2-1, ODAC) fell to the 2nd seed, Washington and Lee, in the semifinals of the ODAC tournament by a score of 3-2.
Freshman
Giovanni Zizza had a stellar night, recording his 7th assist of the season while
Nolan Schulte tallied his 7th goal of the season.
The Marlins faced an unfavorable call in the 27th minute of the game as Washington and Lee scored an early goal off a penalty kick. This was the only goal scored in the first half.
Virginia Wesleyan returned to the field in the second half with an aggressive game.
Nolan Schulte headed in a goal off a cross from
Giovanni Zizza to level the game 1-1.
Washington and Lee responded with back to back goals in the 70th and 74th minute to stretch the lead to 3-1.
Aaron Deans responded with another goal for the Marlins, but they were unable to close the gap.
The Marlins had numerous chances with eight shots on goal to Washington and Lee's three.
