CLINTON, Miss. --- The Mississippi College men's soccer team defeated the alumni 7-6 on Saturday afternoon at Robert P. Longabaugh Field.

There was a great turnout for the alumni team as 20 former Choctaws returned to play.

The Choctaws ended the first half with a 5-2 lead. The alumni picked up their level of play in the second half as they scored four goals while MC scored two, brininging the final score to 7-6.

It was a very competitive game and a great introduction to the 2015 season. 

The Choctaws will be back in action on Thursday, September 3rd at 2:00 p.m. as they host their first regular season game against Nova Southeastern at Robert P. Longabaugh Field.