Men's Soccer

Men’s Soccer Faces UIS, Missouri Southern
         SIUE’s men’s soccer team will travel to Illinois-Springfield Tuesday before playing host to Missouri Southern State Friday night at Bob Guelker Field.
         Illinois-Springfield, a member of the NAIA and entering the game with a 4-0 record, has scored 23 goals in four games this season.
         “Illinois-Springfield is a non-regional opponent who gives us a chance to get close to developing a sense of how we should be playing,” Coach Ed Huneke said. “It is a tough atmosphere to play in and it will train us well for the future.”
         Missouri Southern will be the final test for the Cougars before they open Great Lakes Valley Conference play. Friday’s game time is set for 7 p.m.
         “Missouri Southern starts up our regional plate which will remain for the rest of the season,” Huneke said. “It will be an important game in determining the possibility of an NCAA bid at the end of the regular season.”
         Cal Thomas (Rochester) scored twice last week against McKendree and leads the team with two goals. Victor Pacheco (Brazil), who scored SIUE’s only goal in a 2-1 loss at Christian Brothers, leads the team in shots with 15.
         “Victor is still making strides but is not quite there yet,” Huneke said. “He has the potential and will score goals for us. We are developing plenty of scoring opportunities but we can’t finish them off.”
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