IMMACULATA, Pa. - Immaculata University’s men’s soccer team suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Elizabethtown College on Monday evening, despite a strong defensive performance. The loss drops the Mighty Macs to 0-3 on the season as they prepare for their first conference matchup.
The Mighty Macs face an early-season challenge as they navigate a tough schedule. This contest highlighted their defensive capabilities, but also underscored the need for offensive breakthroughs.Immaculata will look to translate lessons from this close encounter into success as they enter Atlantic East Conference play on October 4th against Centenary (N.J.).
Elizabethtown initiated the offensive pressure early, with a shot attempt blocked within the first two minutes. Immaculata’s defense, anchored by goalkeeper Luca Greppellini, repeatedly thwarted the Blue Jays’ advances, including a save on a high shot to the right. Colin Jester registered Immaculata’s first shot, though it went off-target. The Blue Jays broke the deadlock in the 40th minute, capitalizing on a kick following a yellow card to take a 1-0 lead into halftime.The second half saw both teams trade scoring opportunities. Immaculata earned multiple corner kicks and generated shots from Michael Prall and Jester. Greppellini continued to be a key presence, recording three saves throughout the game.Prall came close to equalizing in the 90th minute, but his shot sailed just high, sealing Elizabethtown’s 1-0 victory.
Michael Prall and Colin Jester each led immaculata with three shots. Elizabethtown held a slight edge in corner kicks, 5-4. Luca Greppellini finished with three saves for the Mighty Macs.
Immaculata will travel to Baltimore on Wednesday, September 10th, to face Notre Dame of Maryland University at 4 p.m.
