WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
>> The Red Flash erupted for three goals in the first half and held off a late LIU push to earn a 4-3 victory, marking back-to-back home wins and a 3-0 start in NEC play.  
>> A late strike from Mika Wernicke sealed the deal and denied the Sharks comeback attempt, keeping Saint Francis unbeaten in conference action. 
>> Four different players found the scoresheet for the Red Flash. 

TURNING POINT OF THE GAME
 Wernicke's late finish proved to be the difference-maker, giving Saint Francis breathing room after LIU had cut the deficit to one before halftime. His first career goal capped off an electric offensive showing and ensured the Red Flash stayed perfect in NEC competition. 

Alex De Nittis struck first in the fifth minute off an Andre Isreal assist, followed by Thero Mitchell III scoring his second straight NEC goal from Nathan Katari.

Jonah Wolf made it 3-0 on a rebound before LIU pulled two back late in the half, but Mika Wernicke's second-half finish from De Nittis sealed the 4-2 win.

FLASH MOMENTS 
Jonah Wolf tallied two shots on target, and Julian Quiroga nearly found the net with a powerful strike from distance. 

Goalkeeper Diego Garciarena came up with two key saves to preserve the lead, anchoring a strong defensive effort down the stretch. 

FLASH NUGGETS
Katari recorded his first collegiate point with an assist. 

De Nittis posted his first career three-point match. 

Wernicke scored his first goal for Saint Francis. 

The Red Flash used the same starting XI for the third straight match, showing consistency in form and chemistry. 

NEXT ON TAP
Saint Francis heads to Chicago for its next matchup against Chicago State on Thursday, Oct. 9, with kickoff set for 8 p.m. EST (7 p.m. CST) at Gwendolyn Brooks College Prep.  

The Red Flash will look to stay hot on the road before returning home to Stokes Soccerplex on Oct. 16.