BOX SCORE SMITHFIELD, R.I. (Oct. 12, 2014) -- The Bryant Bulldogs slipped past the Saint Francis U men's soccer team 1-0 Sunday afternoon at the Bulldog Soccer Field.
 
"I don't think we played poorly today," said head coach Michael Casper. "We worked hard and controlled the game. We conceded a very soft goal early in the match and that was unfortunately what decided the game. We need to be better in the final third and have a bit more quality to finish off our chances."

Marco Addonizio of Bryant (6-4-1; 2-0-0) struck early netting his third goal of the season, while giving the Bulldogs a 1-0 lead.  

Despite being down 1-0 at halftime the Flash (7-5-1; 1-1-0) held a 12-to-3 advantage over the Bulldogs in shots. 

The Bulldogs clung mercifully to their lead throughout the game, while the Red Flash battled valiantly, but could not find the equalizer.
 
Calvin Rezende (Davie, Fla. /University School at Nova Southeastern) and Pablo Medina (Monterrey, Mexico/IMG Academies) each took six shots during the contest. Rezende had three come on goal. Conner Rezende (Davie, Fla. /University School at Nova Southeastern) and Ryan Byers (Scottdale, Pa./Southmoreland) attempted four shots respectively during the game. Conner had one on goal.
 
Saint Francis poured in 10 more shots in the second half totaling 22, while Bryant doubled their first half total.
 
Bryant improves to 2-0 in Northeast Conference play, whereas the Red Flash slide to 1-1.
 
The Bulldogs received three yellow cards in the contest.   
 
"We will learn from this and we know we have to be better as we head home for an important game next Friday, said coach Casper."
 
SFU returns to action the 17th of October against the St. Francis Terriers.