Golden Eagles Score Pair of Second Half Goals to Drop Drovers in SAC Opener

CHICKASHA, Okla. – Tuesday night, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (4-4-2, 0-1 SAC) opened conference play with a tough 3-1 loss against John Brown University (4-4, 1-0 SAC).

Despite controlling the ball for majority of the opening 15 minutes, JBU was able to shock the crowd with an acrobatic goal in the 16^th minute to take a 1-0 lead. The Golden Eagles remained in the lead until the Drovers evened the score with Harry Yorke's first goal of the season, assisted by Leonardo Scheider in the 40^th minute. The score remained knotted for the remainder of the first half. 

Following the break, the match remained tied until the 62^nd minute when JBU was able to capitalize on a penalty-kick and take a 2-1 lead. The Drovers continued to threaten but were unable to strike for the equalizer, and the Golden Eagles put the game away with a dagger in the 85^th minute to take a 3-1 advantage. 

USAO controlled possession of the ball for majority of the contest and outshot JBU, but they unable to claim the victory. As a team, USAO attempted 18 shots, with eight being on goal, while John Brown attempted 10 shots, with six being on target. In the physical contest, both teams were issued a trio of yellow cards, and USAO committed 19 fouls, while JBU was whistled for 11. 

WHAT'S NEXT?

The Drovers will be back in action for a huge matchup at No. 1 ranked Mid-America Christian University on Saturday, September 30. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM CT in Oklahoma City. 

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