CLINTON, Miss. — Lynn University, the 2024 NCAA National Champion and nationally ranked #1, defeated Mississippi College 2-1 on Friday at Robert P. Longabaugh Field. 

In the first half between Mississippi College and Lynn, both teams showed strong defensive efforts, resulting in a scoreless draw by the end of the half. Mississippi College's Cole Turner was active in goal, making crucial saves at the 21st and 23rd minutes against shots from Lynn's Fynn Friedrichs and Dominik N'gatie. Lynn's offense was persistent, with Robin Muenst and Martijn Smith taking multiple attempts early in the half, though their accuracy was lacking. 

Mississippi College and Lynn entered the second half tied, with both teams seeking to break the deadlock. Lynn's Dominik N'gatie scored in the 69th minute, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead after Lucas Vila received a yellow card moments prior. The Choctaws quickly responded with Sergio Garrido's equalizer in the 77th minute, despite the team being reduced to ten players following a red card. Lynn reclaimed the lead in the 86th minute with another goal from N'gatie, sealing a 2-1 victory despite the Choctaws' attempts to level the score, including a late shot by Brandon Reyes that was saved by Clavero.

Cole Turner recorded seven saves in the match, contributing significantly to the team's defensive efforts. Garrido scored a goal and took two shots, one of which was on target. Angel Carceles managed one shot on goal, applying pressure to the opposing defense. Reyes also took a shot on goal, adding to the team's offensive attempts.

Mississippi Col. Top Performers  

Cole Turner  
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- 7 saves  
- 90:00 minutes played  

Sergio Garrido  
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- 1 goal  
- 2 shots  

Angel Carceles  
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- 1 shot  
- 1 shot on goal  

Brandon Reyes  
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- 1 shot  
- 1 shot on goal  

Mississippi College held a record of 0-1-2 overall. Lynn, the reigning NCAA National Champion, remained undefeated with a 3-0-0 overall record. Read Full Article