Box Score
SMITHFIELD, R.I. – The Bryant University men's soccer team opened its season with a draw, 1-1, against Long Island University.

The Bulldogs dominated the first half of possession and showcased good ball movement across the board paving the way for improvement throughout the upcoming season.

The Bulldogs record stands at 0-0-1. Bryant will host the University of Rhode Island in an Ocean State matchup on Tuesday, August 25th.

Game Information:
Score: Bryant 1, LIU 1
Records: Bryant (0-0-1), LIU (0-0-1)
Location: Smithfield, R.I. (Beirne Stadium)

Scoring Summary:
- 44:51 Paco Fernandez delivered a perfect strike from 35 yards out with 14 seconds left to go in the half in a last-ditch effort. The opposing goalie batted the ball up in the air but collided with a Bryant striker. The ball popped up in the air to Jorge Rodriguez. Rodriguez immediately recognized the situation, volleyed the ball off his chest, and struck a goal into the back of the tassel turning an unpredictable circumstance into an advantage.
- 61:38 Londell Wheeler heaved a throw-in pass into the box. The ball bounced off the head of Maximilian Sommer closer to the goal where Jack Stainrod snuck behind the crowd, catching the keeper out of position by bicycle kicking into the bottom left corner.

Game Notes:
- Bryant had 11 corner kicks to LIU's one.
- Bryant had three shots on goal and the defense held LIU to one.
- Jorge Rodriguez scored his second career goal.
- Bryant is now 3-9-5 all time vs LIU.