WORCESTER, Mass. – Sophomore forward
Archie Hatcher tallied a goal and an assist, as the Holy Cross men's soccer team defeated Boston University 2-1 at the Linda Johnson Smith Soccer Stadium. The Crusaders conclude the season at 3-8-7 overall and 2-4-3 in the Patriot League, while the Terriers fall to 8-4-4 on the season and 7-2-0 in the conference.
HOW IT HAPPENED:
• After a scoreless first half, freshman forward
Jude Jakes-McKay gave Holy Cross a 1-0 lead in the 55th minute with assists from sophomore forward
Jack Fiedler and Hatcher.
• Just 63 seconds later, Hatcher knocked home a pass from sophomore midfielder
Gabe Raphael to put the Crusaders up 2-0.
• Boston University responded in the 79th minute with a goal from Anthony Harper, making the score 2-1.
• But that was as close as the Terriers would get, as Holy Cross pulled out the victory.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS:
• The Crusaders finished the night with an 11-8 advantage in shots, while the Terriers held a 6-4 edge in corner kicks.
• Junior goalkeeper
Alastair Hafner Schnee picked up the win, making two saves.
NEXT UP:
• Holy Cross' 2026 season is now complete.
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