Shippensburg University’s men’s soccer team pulled out a 1-0 victory in its PSAC opener against California (Pa.) on Wednesday afternoon.
Sophomore Robert Furfaro, who entered the game as a substitute, scored the lone goal in the 72nd minute to propel the Red Raiders to victory. The score came after junior Derek Adams lifted a ball over the head of a defender to find Furfaro, who separated himself from the Golden Bear’s defense and sank the shot from 15 yards out.
Goalie Evan Raimist had another standout performance, and matched his career-high with eight saves and shutting out California. Raimist made a couple of brilliant saves down the stretch to preserve the Raiders’ lead.
Shippensburg improved their record to 3-2-1, despite being outshot by California 20-12 overall, including a 12-5 mark in the second half. It is the third time in four games that Shippensburg has been outshot.
The team will look for their fortunes to change when they travel to PSAC opponent Slippery Rock on Saturday. The afternoon tilt will be the Red Raider’s second PSAC game in this five-game conference stretch, and they will hope to remain undefeated in conference play.
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