STEUBENVILLE – The Franciscan University of Steubenville Baron Soccer team notched its third win of the season against the Mounties of Mt. Aloysius Thursday afternoon. In the final home match of the season, the Barons cemented a 2-0 win to mark their Senior Night victorious.  

"We played very well tonight," said head coach Johann Marin. "We played like we wanted to win. I'm proud of our boys, and we will definitely look to keep our play up. Thanks to the fans for a great home season."

Franciscan dominated the field with its offensive pressure, outshooting the Mounties 27-4. The first goal for the Barons came from two defenders – Pat Mahon gave the assist with a pass to James Kozlowski who scored his first collegiate goal 15 minutes into the first half. The Barons went up 2-0 early in the second half when Chris Loisel scored his second goal in his collegiate career. The Baron defense, led by Andrew Straub and Mahon, was resilient in resisting attacks by the Mounties, helping the Barons hold on to the 2-0 win.

The Barons currently hold a 3-12-1 overall record on the season and a 2-4-1 record in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference.

In a post-game ceremony, the seven seniors were honored. Pat Mahon, Steve Duran, Andrew Straub, Chris Loisel, Christian Bobak, James Kozlowski, and Horacio Gonzalez were shown appreciation for their final home game and their time and dedication to the Baron Soccer program.

Duran and Bobak, who have been sidelined for much of the year with injuries, were given significant playing time in the match.

The Barons will be on the road for their final two games. On Saturday, October 23, the Barons will face D'Youville College beginning at 8 p.m.