The Basics
Score: MNU 1 - Central Methodist 0
Record: MNU (10-4-4, 7-3-2), CMU (9-7-3, 3-7-2)
Location: Davis Field – Fayette, Mo.
FAYETTE, Mo. – #23 MNU clinched a narrow 1-0 victory against Central Methodist on Friday, with Rick Hovinga's goal breaking the deadlock in the 75th minute. Hovinga, assisted by Lorenz Beer and Peyton Hylok, capitalized on a well-orchestrated play to secure MNU's 10th win of the season. The victory marks the Pioneers' fourth consecutive win as they head into the conference tournament. Goalkeeper Tobias Stirl played a key role, registering four saves to preserve the shutout.
Turning Point
Hovinga's goal in the 75th minute was the difference.
Individual Leaders
Up Next
The next match is the quarterfinals of the conference tournament on Wednesday at home as 4-seed MNU hosts 5-seed Benedictine at 1:00.
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