NORTH ADAMS, MASS. — Drew University capitalized on several New Paltz freshman mistakes to prevail 2-0 and keep the Hawks winless in men’s soccer at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts/United Way Tournament on Sunday afternoon.
New Paltz (0-4-0), which has 18 new players since last season, starts six freshmen.
Derek Christianson scored from an assist by John Kulp at 30:35, and Justin Bonura scored an unassisted goal two minutes later. Kulp later added a goal on a pass by Ian Brennan in the 86th minute.
Kevin Smith made five saves in the loss for the Hawks, who were outshot 14-12 in the contest.
“Personally I’m not discouraged,” New Paltz Head Coach Stuart Robinson said. “The guys are playing hard. We just need to score a goal to get it flowing. We’re going to be all right.”
New Paltz makes its home debut at 3 p.m. Wednesday against The College of New Jersey.
COLLEGIATE MEN’S SOCCER
Drew University 3, New Paltz 0
New Paltz 0 0 — 0 Drew 2 1 — 3
1st Half: D – Derek Christianson (John Kulp) 30:35; D – Justin Bonura (–) 32:35. 2nd Half: D – John Kulp (Ian Brennan) 86th minute. Shots on Goal: NP 12, D 14. Corner Kicks: NP 2, D 5. Goalie Saves: NP (Kevin Smith) 5, D (Brian Lenzo) 6. Team Records: New Paltz 0-4-0, Drew 3-2-0.
