WINFIELD, Kan. — The Southwestern College men's soccer team played to a 1-1 draw against Hesston College on Tuesday night at Richard L. Jantz Stadium in its final nonconference matchup of the regular season.
The Moundbuilders (5-10-2, 5-6-1 KCAC) struck first in the 37th minute when Adrian Gimenez found the back of the net for his first goal of the season. Cooper Bates recorded an assist on the play, giving Southwestern a 1-0 advantage heading into halftime.
Southwestern controlled much of the offensive pressure in the opening half, outshooting Hesston 5-4 while putting three shots on goal.
Hesston (11-3-2) responded in the second half when Francesco Dardi scored the equalizer in the 73rd minute, bringing the match level at 1-1. Neither team was able to find the winning goal in the closing minutes.
The Larks finished with a narrow 9-8 advantage in total shots, while both teams recorded three shots on goal. Southwestern goalkeeper Wyatt Long played all 90 minutes, recording two saves in the draw.
Gimenez and Denis Martinez led the Moundbuilders with two shots each, while Nicola Antiglio also contributed a shot on goal.
Southwestern will now turn its attention to its regular-season finale against Bethany College on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3:30 p.m. The matchup will mark the final Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference contest of the regular season and will also serve as Senior Night, as the Moundbuilders recognize their seniors for their contributions to the program.
