The Piedmont University men’s soccer team battled to a late draw Friday afternoon after falling behind early to Southern Virginia.
The Knights were able to claim an early advantage with goals in the 18th and 22nd minutes to take a 2-0 advantage. Colin Vogel put the Lions back in it with Piedmont’s lone first half goal in the 25th minute finishing a ball sent in by Davis Knight.
The Lions totaled 13 shots to the Knights’ eight in the opening half with five of Piedmont’s shots on goal.
Out of half, the Lions continued to fight hard, dominating the majority possession. Aided by a red card to the Knights, Piedmont tied the game late. After attempting to clear the ball, Colin Vogel blocked the long clearance, sending the ball back into the box. Davis Knight then picked the pocket of the center back and finished the opportunity in back of the net, leveling the contest 2-2.
Up next, Piedmont will be on the road Sunday taking on William Peace in Raleigh, N.C. at 1 p.m.
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE:
— Piedmont out shot SVU 24-14.
— There were 24 fouls between the two teams, including two cards to the Knights.
— Colin Vogel and Davis Knight both posted a goal and an assist.
— Vogel posted a team high eight shots.
