Game #12 - Hoag Field, Bethany, W. Va.

Franciscan (2-5-4 | 2-1-4 PAC) vs. Bethany (0-11 | 0-7 PAC) 

Wednesday, October 14th, 4 PM

The Latest

- With 11 matches played, the Barons have an overall record of 2-5-4 currently. This gives it a current standing of sixth in the conference.

- Last Saturday, the Barons tied against the Grove City Wolverines by a score of 2-2. The first half of the game was intense, with the Wolverines scoring a goal. The visitors scored another one during the second half, before the Barons had a comeback and brought the team to a tie.

- Anthony Venditti scored a penalty kick, while Noah Haggerty shot an equalizer before the time ran out. The two continue to be leaders for the Barons.

Bidding on the Bison

- Also after 11 matches, the Bisons are at a less fortunate position. With a losing streak of eleven, it currently stands in last place in the conference.

- Last Saturday at Chatham, Bethany fell to the Cougars by a score of 1-0.

- The leaders for the Bisons this year include Fedgy Fertil and Byron Santos, each with a goal scored for their team. Their teammate, Derieck Hernandez, has one assist.

Rising Through the Ranks

- During the last game against the Wolverines, Anthony Venditti scored his second goal of the season, keeping the Barons from a loss. This is also Venditti's first career attempt of a penalty kick.

- Within the time frame of three minutes, Noah Haggerty scored an equalizer, assisted by his teammate George Philips. This is Haggerty's fourth goal of the season, while also being Philips' third assist.

- The goalie for Franciscan, Aiden Miller, faced 27 shots during the past game, the most shots in a single game this season. He saved nine of them, keeping the Barons from a loss.

Special Notes

- Since 2007, the Barons have played 20 games against the Bisons, winning ten, losing six, and tying four. During last season, Franciscan had a strong victory against Bethany by a score of 5-0. 

- During the victory last season, Christian Ludwig scored his first goal as a Baron, while the goalie Miller recorded four saves in the shutout.

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