FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 27
th, 2023
Portland, Ore. | The Knights win their second to last match of the season today against Eastern Oregon by a final result of 3-0 at Eastside Timbers Complex this afternoon.
The scoring started for the Knights in the 22
nd minute when
Mateo Rusca broke the ice on an assist by
Bryce McCole. After not scoring for most of the season, Rusca has broken out with 3 goals which have all come the last 2 weekends. The second goal of the game was knocked in by
Chanin Orlandin who continues to be hot as well with his 5
th goal of the season which is the 3
rd most on the squad.
Antonio Cipriano-Ojendiz blasted the final goal for the Knights in the 55
th minute on beauty assisted by
Brendon Leach.
"I was incredibly proud of the team today," Head Coach
Troy Ready said. "It was overall a very professional performance from our group. Another clean sheet and another great attacking showing. We're gaining further momentum heading into the postseason. Tomorrow's game will be very significant in many ways along with celebrating our many seniors who have served the program."
Next Up
The Knights will celebrate Senior Day tomorrow as we celebrate
Miguel Andalon-Ordaz,
Christian Dressel,
Jonathan Esparza,
Andrew Her,
Hunter Leach,
Hugo Mendoza, and
Jose Ochoa-Delgado. The Knights will play the College of Idaho with a chance to further their positioning for the upcoming playoff tournament. Game time will be at 12pm out at Eastside Timbers Complex.