DANVILLE, Va. — Averett University's men's soccer team battled but ultimately fell 4-0 to Shenandoah University on Friday night.
Averett (0-9-0, 0-4) saw freshman goalkeeper
Nicholas Dinoia make his second consecutive start, recording a career-high nine saves in the match.
The Cougars continued to battle as sophomore
Gavin Blanks recorded a season-high three shots, one of which was on goal.
Shenandoah (5-2-5, 2-0-2) saw Luke Sellers score back-to-back goals in the first half to help the Hornets build their lead.
Averett's defense held Shenandoah to one goal in the second half, limiting the Hornets over the final 45 minutes of play.
Despite the loss, head coach Bradley Bizzell's squad continues to show signs of improvement as it enters the final stretch of the season.
Averett returns to action Wednesday, Oct. 14, when it travels to face Roanoke College at 7 p.m.
