MURFREESBORO, N.C. – In a remarkable display of soccer at Central's Childs Field on October 19, 2024, the Chowan University Hawks triumphed over Southern Wesleyan with a final score of 2-0. This league game victory lifts the Hawks' season record to an impressive 6-4-2 overall and 5-2-1 in the conference play. The Warriors drop to 2-6-2 overall and 1-4-2 in conference play.

THE BASICS

FINAL | Chowan 2, Southern Wesleyan 0

RECORDS | Chowan 6-4-2, Southern Wesleyan 2-6-2

LOCATION | Central, S.C. 

THE SCORING

14:57  Charlie Birch (Charley Leech)

77:39 Junior Smith (Harry Baker, Matty Doyle)

INSIDE THE BOXSCORE

The Hawks established an early lead with Charlie Birch's goal at the 14:57 mark, thanks to an assist from Charley Leech. Birch's decisive strike not only put Chowan ahead but also set the tone for the rest of the contest. The first half concluded with the Hawks leading 1-0, maintaining strong control and tempo of the game.

Junior Smith extended the lead by scoring the second goal for Chowan at the 77:39 minute, propelled by joint efforts from Harry Baker and Matty Doyle who provided the assists. This goal cemented the Hawks' lead and effectively secured the win.

Chowan's defensive strength was equally prominent, with goalie Chase Jansen putting up a stellar performance by preserving the shutout, contributing three saves and facing eight shots throughout the match.

UP NEXT

Looking ahead, the Hawks are set to face Mount Olive on October 22, 2024, in Murfreesboro, N.C.