From NYU Athletics

The New York University men's soccer team defeated St. John Fisher College 2-1 on Saturday night, September 13, at Gaelic Park in Riverdale, NY.

The Violets (5-0) and the Cardinals (1-5-1) headed into the half knotted in a scoreless tie. Things wouldn't stay that way for long though, as NYU came out of the locker room and scored two quick goals.

The scores came within a six-minute period, each of the foot of Violet rookies. Despite a St. John Fisher goal late in the second half, NYU held on for its fifth win of the season.

"We've scored quick goals in the second half already this season, specifically against CSI, so it was good to see the forwards get on the score sheet again," NYU Head Coach Joe Behan said.

HIGHLIGHTS:

- Nicolas Notaro led all players with a game-high three points. In the 51st minute with the game still scoreless, Notaro took a crossing pass from Liam Stimpson and put it in the back of the net for the 1-0 lead.

- In the 57th minute, Malcolm Montilus received a nice lead pass from Notaro and went on the breakaway for the score and put NYU up 2-0.

"Regarding the freshmen, they're doing really well so far this season, but we must not forget the bench and the experienced players that are bringing the young guys along," Behan said. "We know it's still a long season ahead of us so we have to be careful and make sure we use everyone as much as we possibly can."

- Lucas Doucette improved to 3-0-0 on the season, making two saves in the win.