Truman FC defeats Truman Varsity 1-0

In a grueling match-up between an on-campus rivalry, Truman FC was able to to defeat Truman's Varsity squad for the first time in their fifth annual match.

The Truman varsity squad came out strong and seemed to dominate with ball possession, but could not convert for a goal. As things started to settle down for Truman FC, they were able control more of the ball and connect solid passes through the midfield. The game went into the half tied 0-0 and that's when Truman FC made a move.

Truman FC came into the second half with more confidence on the ball and in the 70th minute, exchange student Martin Klapperich played a ball that split the defense and Brock Mashburn beat the goalie to the ball to tap it in for a goal. For the last 20 minutes, the varsity threw everything they had at Truman FC, but nothing seemed to work. Frustration and anger started to show on the faces of the varsity squad as time winded down and as the clock struck 00:00, the score remained 1-0 in favor of Truman FC.

Strong defense lead by Thomas McIntyre and Mike Manougian paid off in the end for Truman FC. They were able to convert the opportunities they had on offense and a special goal by Brock Mashburn will be remembered for years to come.

Truman FC looks to use the confidence they gained from defeating Truman's Varsity squad and direct it towards their upcoming games in Kansas State University's Ed Chartrand Tournament this weekend.

From left to right, Curt Ooton, Tyler Roper, and Brock Mashburn celebrate after Mashburn scores the game winning goal during the 70th minute vs. Truman's Varsity squad.