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Second half goal by Ost carries Larks to 1-0 win
The Hesston College men’s soccer team recorded an important road victory by shutting out district rival Independence (Kan.) Community College 1-0.
The two teams battled through a scoreless first half before a Geverton Ost (Porto Alegre, Brazil) goal in the 15th minute of the second half provided the difference. For the game, Ost recorded a game high three shots on goal.
“This was an important win for us,” said Coach Kurt Hostetler. “We needed this as we work towards making the playoffs.”
Sophomore keeper Marcus Maust (Bay Port, Mich.) saved the only shot on goal by Independence, notching his second shutout of the season, and fourth of his Hesston College career.
“I felt we controlled play most of the way,” added Hostetler. “We missed several scoring chances and could have had a more decisive victory. It wasn’t one of our better games, but today it was enough.”
The Larks, now 3-10 on the season, host Bethany (Lindsborg, Kan.) College JV on Tuesday night, October 7, starting at 7:30.
Johnson County pulls away in second half for 6-0 victory over Hesston
Johnson County (Kan.) Community College scored four second half goals to pull away from the Larks in Hesston Wednesday night. The 6-0 loss to JCC puts Hesston at 2-10 on the season, while Johnson improves to 8-3-1.
Coming into the match, Hesston College Coach Kurt Hostetler knew his team had to play a solid game to keep up with Johnson County. The Larks came out strong, and after battling for 45 minutes trailed 2-0 at the half. Offensively, Hesston had a few chances, but couldn’t crack the JCC defense.
“Johnson County is a strong team with lots of speed,” said Coach Kurt Hostetler. “I was pleased with our play in the first half. We kept our intensity up and created a few chances for ourselves, the second half just got away from us.”
Freshman forward Tyler Hunsberger (Telford, Pa.) recorded the only shot on goal for Hesston, while keeper Marcus Maust (Bay Port, Mich.) recorded three saves in goal.
The Larks are off until Saturday, October 4, when they travel to Independence, Kansas, for a match with district rival Independence Community College. Game time is set for 4:00 p.m.
Larks unable to contain #4 Barton County (Kan.) CC
Barton County (Kan.) CC scored six first half goals on its way to an 8-0 win in Hesston Tuesday night. The visiting Cougars from Great Bend, Kansas got on the board with just over eight minutes gone in the first half and continued to attack to the goal throughout the game.
Hesston Coach Kurt Hostetler was pleased with his team’s effort against the number 4 ranked team in the country.
“Tonight was tough for us,” said Hostetler. “We came out from the start and played with intensity and were focused.”
The loss drops the Larks to 1-6 on the season.
“We need to take what we can from this and continue to improve,” added Hostetler. “If we come out every game like we did tonight we are certain to get some wins.”
Hesston takes the field Thursday night when the travel to Coffeyville (Kan.) CC for a district match against the Red Ravens. Game time is set for 7:00 p.m.
Larks fall at Kansas City (Kan.) CC, 3-1
The Hesston College men’s soccer team fell behind early against Kansas City (Kan.) CC and despite a strong second half couldn’t come back in a 3-1 loss.
Freshman forward Tyler Hunsberger (Telford, Pa.) scored the Larks lone goal, coming off a deflected shot by freshman Alex Steiner (Kidron, Ohio). Dribbling along the goal line, Hunsberger got off a pass to Steiner to set up a shot on goal, but a tremendous save by the KCKCC goalie denied the score. Hunsberger’s put back got the Larks on the board with just over 13 minutes to play, but three goals by the home team in the game’s first 51 minutes proved too much to overcome.
“We picked up our game in the second half,” said Coach Kurt Hostetler. “Playing for the first time on an artificial field put us in a tough situation to start the game.”
Sophomore keeper Marcus Maust (Bay Port, Mich.) collected nine saves in goal for the Larks, who fall to 1-5 on the season.
Hesston returns home for their next match against Barton County (Kan.) CC on Tuesday, September 16. Game time is set for 7:30 p.m.
Hesston leads early, but can’t hang on in 4-2 loss
Visiting Metropolitan (Mo.) CC scored three second half goals to erase a 2-1 deficit and give the visitors a 4-2 win at Hesston Wednesday night.
An Alex Steiner (Kidron, Ohio) goal in the 27th minute brought the Larks back from an early 1-0 hole. Steiner dribbled through several defenders and blasted a shot by the goalie at point blank range to tie the game.
In the 23rd minute Hesston dodged a bullet as two MCC shots barely missed. The first ricocheted off the right goalpost and seconds later another shot hit the crossbar. A great diving save by sophomore Marcus Maust (Bayport, Mich.) in the 13th minute kept the score tied at one.
With just 4:25 left before the half, freshman forward Tyler Hunsberger (Telford, Pa.) converted to give Hesston a 2-1 lead.
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Ten minutes into the second half, an MCC chip shot over the head of Maust looked to be headed out of bounds, but a fortuitous bounce led to a goal, and the teams were once again tied.
At the 11:49 mark, MCC scored off a rebound from a saved ball, giving the visitors from Kansas City a 3-2 lead. Minutes later, MCC added a fourth goal to set the final at 4-2.
The Hesston College men’s soccer team returns to action with an away game on Saturday when they take on Kansas City (Kan.) CC at 1:00 p.m.
Larks unable to contain speed, depth of MCC Maple Woods
For the first 3 quarters of the game, the Hesston College men were able to play with Metropolitan (Mo.) CC Maple Woods, but eventually the Monarchs from the Kansas City area pulled away with three late goals to earn a 4-0 win in Hesston Saturday night.
“I thought we played well,” said Coach Kurt Hostetler. “Maple Woods is a strong, technically sound team with good speed. We were able to play with them for most of the game, missing some early scoring opportunities that could have changed the complexion of the game.”
Under consistent pressure all night, sophomore keeper Marcus Maust (Bay Port, Mich.) turned in a notable performance, notching 8 saves.
Coach Hostetler noted that he is seeing consistent improvement in each game, “We’re playing more as a team, we just have a few more bugs to work out and we should be fine.”
The Larks, now 1-3 on the season, host Metropolitan (Mo.) CC Blue River on Wednesday, September 10, starting at 6:00 p.m.
Larks start fast, finish strong in shutout victory
The Hesston College men’s soccer team put together 90 quality minutes of soccer Tuesday night en route to a 4-0 win at home against Central College (McPherson, Kan.) JV.
From the opening minute, the Larks played with a sense of urgency, using crisp passes and aggressive play to control ball possession throughout the contest.
Midfielder Alex Steiner (Kidron, Ohio) got things started at the 37:03 mark of the first half with an unassisted shot that snuck under the crossbar from 20 yards out.
In the 25th minute, sophomore midfielder Rick Eigsti (Goshen, Ind.) fought off a defender for control and knocked in an unassisted goal to give Hesston a 2-0 lead.
“I was pleased to see the intensity we showed from the start,” Coach Kurt Hostetler commented. “Overall, our team play was much better.”
Determined to make the halftime score hold, the Larks kept the offensive pressure on throughout the last 45 minutes. In the 53rd minute, freshman forward Tyler Hunsberger (Telford, Pa.) scored to make it 3-0 on a nice through ball from sophomore Kendall Landis (Greenwood, Del.)
Another Alex Steiner goal courtesy of an assist from sophomore Luke Schmidt (Newton, Kan.) set the final at 4-0 with 20 minutes to play. Only two minutes later Steiner looked to have a chance for a hat trick, but couldn’t convert on a breakaway.
Sophomore keeper Marcus Maust (Bay Port, Mich.) recorded the shutout in goal, the third of his Hesston College career.
“I felt good about tonight’s game, we gave ourselves time to play the ball,” said Hostetler. “We’re learning to play as a defensive unit; our communication was good.”
The Larks return to action Saturday night, September 6, as they host Metropolitan (Kansas City, Mo.) CC Maple Woods at 7:30 p.m.