BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Buffalo State scored once in each half and defeated Fredonia, 2-0, Saturday in the second round of the SUNYAC men's soccer tournament at Coyer Field. The loss ended the Blue Devils' season at 7-5-6 overall, while Buffalo State improved to 11-3-3.
The Bengals broke a scoreless match in the 34th minute when Lesedi Sekhobo finished a setup from Aney Djadou at 33:57 for a 1-0 lead. Buffalo State added an insurance goal in the 77th minute as Jay Kitcher scored off an assist from Jay Ellis at 76:25.
Fredonia generated nine shots, including four on goal, but was unable to solve Buffalo State goalkeeper Carson Smith, who made four saves to earn the shutout. Sam Evans led the Blue Devils with three shots, while Dylan McAfee added two attempts and one shot on goal. Jacob Reynolds and Tomas Berg Thordarson also recorded shots on target.
Goalkeeper Thomas McDonald kept Fredonia within striking distance throughout the contest, finishing with five saves. Buffalo State held a 13-9 edge in total shots and a 5-3 advantage in corner kicks.
