Asiedu Scores Twice as Anchormen Edge Westfield State, 2-1
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Westfield, Mass.-Junior forward Emmanuel Asiedu (Lincoln, RI) scored both goals as Rhode Island College downed Westfield State, 2-1, in collegiate men's soccer action on Tuesday afternoon. |
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The Anchormen (6-5-4) snap a six-game winless streak with the win. Freshman goalkeeper Douglas Morgan (Landing, NJ) made seven save to pick up his second victory (2-0) of the year. |
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Asiedu opened the scoring with an unassisted goal in the 51st minute. Ten minutes later, Asiedu scored his team-high ninth goal of the season on an assist from sophomore midfielder Camilo Estrada (Pawtucket, RI). |
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Westfield (4-10) sliced the RIC in half on Kristian Driscoll's goal off a corner kick in the 72nd minute. Ryan Nickerson and Dan Brady were credited with assists. |
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Westfield State outshot RIC, 12-11, which included an 8-6 edge in shots on goal. Owl keeper Keith Hevey had four saves. |
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In upcoming action, Rhode Island College will resume Little East Conference action at home against Southern Maine on Saturday, Oct. 26 (1 p.m.). |
