ANDERSON, S.C. – The Anderson University men's soccer team is riding a high after snapping a four match losing streak when it defeated nonconference rival Erskine on Thursday at Trojan Stadium. Despite their efforts and solid play, the Black and Gold have not won a conference match this season, something they look to change heading into Saturday's matchup with Carson-Newman.
MATCH SETUP
• Who – Anderson (4-4, 0-4 SAC) at Carson-Newman (4-4, 1-3 SAC)
• When – Saturday (7:30 p.m.)
• Where – Jefferson City, N.C. (McCown Field)
COVERAGE
• Live Stats - http://cneagles.com/sports/m-soccer/2016-17/boxscores/20161001_v1wd.xml
• Video - https://portal.stretchinternet.com/cneagles/
SERIES HISTORY
Prior to Anderson's 3-2 victory during the 2015 season, the Eagles had posted four straight victories over the Trojans including a NCAA Tournament match in 2013. AU's last victory had come during the 2011 season, as the Trojans claimed a 3-1 triumph.
ANDERSON OVERVIEW
• The Trojans are coming off a huge, 2-1, rival win over Erskine on Thursday.
• Freshman Landon Goodman scored two goals during Thursday's contest giving him three goals on the season. Senior Brad Du Plooy has also scored three goals along with two assists for the Trojans.
• Senior goalie Devon Ashy has logged over 732 minutes while recording 34 saves on the season.
• The Black and Gold are looking to claim their first SAC win of the year.
CARSON-NEWMAN OVERVIEW
• Defeated Newberry, 3-0, to snap their three match losing streak.
• Marius Staalby leads the team with four goals on the season.
• Tom Read has tallied a SAC leading eight assists on the year.
• Eagles keeper Joe Boyd has logged over 719 minutes while recording 24 saves.