STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The Franciscan University Baron soccer team fell to the Medaille College Mavericks 4-1 despite playing a strong defensive game.

"I was very happy with our pace of play and our shape on the field. We were defending very effectively today," head coach Ward Rogers said.

The only Franciscan goal of the game was a header from sophomore and Steubenville, Ohio native Peter Herrmann off of a cross from Joseph Krilich in the 57th minute of play.

"Peter had a great game for us today. He had some great looking shots and helped to take some pressure off of our defense," Rogers said.

Goalkeeper Chris McNamara had 13 saves on the game, many of which required quick, and correct reads of the opponents attack, including a diving effort with 30 seconds left, to keep the score 4 - 1.

"Chris had some very good saves. He's playing very well and gaining experience with every game. He is very effective at keeping the ball out of the net," Rogers said.

John Herrmann and the defense played very well helping to hold the Mavericks and not allow any more shots to connect with the back of the net.

"We are playing very well defensively," Rogers said. "In our desire to score more goals sometimes we become impatient and we should hold the ball more on the offensive side of the field to take some pressure off of our defense."

Rogers added that Blake Bonilla made some key maneuvers to keep control of the ball and pass it down the field to strive for shot opportunities. Also, Brian Bobak did a good job controlling the ball and creating space on the field.

"We really appreciate the fans and thank them for being here today. And before the end of the year we are hopeful we will have some victories to give them," Rogers said.

The Barons are now 0-10 on the overall season and 0-3 in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference. Continuing their pursuit of their first victory on the season the Barons take on non-conference opponent Bethany College on Oct. 3 at 7:30p.m.