NEW PALTZ — Two goals in the first half were the difference, as Brockport defeated New Paltz in SUNYAC men’s soccer, 2-0, on Saturday afternoon.
Brandon Barker’s deflected shot off a New Paltz defender 18:36 into the contest was the game-winner, and Ryan Harris’ chip over charging Hawk goalkeeper Kevin Smith added an insurance goal just before halftime.
Smith made seven saves in the game for New Paltz (1-8 overall, 1-3 SUNYAC), while counterpart Marc Hummel saved six shots for the (5-3 overall, 3-1 SUNYAC) Golden Eagles, who have won five of their last six matches.
New Paltz goes on the road to face Fredonia (Friday at 4 p.m.) and Buffalo State (Saturday at 1 p.m.) next weekend.
COLLEGIATE MEN’S SOCCER
Brockport 2, New Paltz 0
First Half: B – Brandon Barker (–) 18:36; B – Ryan Harris (John Glose) 42:42.
Second Half: No scoring.
Shots on Goal: B 12, NP 8.
Corner Kicks: B 8, NP 5.
Goalie Saves: B (Marc Hummel) 6, NP (Kevin Smith) 7.
Team Records: Brockport 5-3-0, 3-1-0 SUNYAC; New Paltz 1-8-0 overall, 1-3-0 SUNYAC.
