HOUGHTON, N.Y. -- The Fredonia men's soccer team allowed a late goal to fall to host Houghton College, 1-0, it the season-opening game for both squads.

Houghton broke through for a goal in the 73rd minute when Jordan Mullen connected for the Highlanders.

Both sides were credited with 12 shots, with Houghton holding a 5-4 edge in shots on goal. Fredonia had the edge in corner kicks, 5-2.

Offense was slow going in a scoreless first half. Houghton out shot Fredonia, 6-5, and Houghton had the only shot on goal.

Junior Sammy Torrelli (Akron, N.Y. / Akron) made four saves and allowed the game's only goal. Houghton's Jacob Dunnett was credited with the shutout, making three saves. The Highlander defense was credited with one team save.

Next up, the Devils visit Clarkson on Sept. 5th.