Bryant University

STORRS, Conn. – The Bryant men's soccer team defeated the University of Connecticut, 1-0 on Tuesday, October 6 at Joesph J. Morrone Stadium in Storrs, Conn.

The first half was contested, with neither side finding the back of the net.

In the second half, the Bulldogs finally broke the deadlock in the 73^rd minute, with Fermin Rodriguez scoring off assists from Fernando Guerrero and David Vilan.  

Ramon Camejo anchored the Bulldog defense again, earning his third shutout of the season.

Game Information:
Score: Bryant 1, UConn 0
Records: Bryant (7-2-2, 1-1 AE), UConn (5-5-2, 1-1 BIG East)
Location: Storrs, Conn. (Joesph J. Morrone Stadium)

Key Moment:

• David Vilan found Fernando Guerrero, who turned inside and made a run down the left side of the box. He fired a low service across the face of goal that Fermin Rodriguez fired in to give Bryant the lead. (72:13).

 
Scoring Summary:

72:13- Fermin Rodriguez buried a great low cross from Fernando Guerrero for the games only goal.
 
 
Game Notes:

• UConn outshot Bryant 11-6 over the course of the match.
• Bryant held the advantage in shots on goal, 5-2.
• Bryant now leads the all-time series, 2-1-1.
• Fermin Rodriguez now leads the team with 13 points and five goals.
• The win is Ruben Resendes 50^th at Bryant. He is the fifth fastest current Division I coach to reach the 50-win mark, doing so in his 73^rd match.

 
 
Up next:
Bryant travels to No. 23 UAlbany for an America East matchup on Saturday, October 10 at Bob Ford Field in Albany, New York. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. and will be streamed on ESPN+.