BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - The Elmhurst University men's soccer team fell 4-0 to Illinois Wesleyan University on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Neis Soccer Field.
Elmhurst (4-5-2, 1-2-0) faced pressure throughout the opening half, with the titan leading into the half 3-0. The Bluejay defense was able to minimize the lead with two saves..
Elmhurst generated six shots after the break, with Jacob Wipke putting an attempt on goal at 54:39. Micah Wong and Charlie Terriquez added late opportunities before Wipke tested the goalkeeper again at 87:31. The Bluejays earned two second-half corner kicks but were unable to find the net, while the Illinois Wesleyan (6-1-2, 2-0-1) added one goal.
Wipke led Elmhurst with three shots, including two on goal, while Wong recorded two attempts. Andrew Walters and Terriquez each added one shot. Julian Rodriguez made two saves without allowing a goal over the final 20:09, while Ruffin finished with one save.
Up Next: The Bluejays travel to Decatur, Ill. Saturday Oct. 10 facing off against Millikin University. With kick off set for 4:30 p.m.
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