late push not enough

Late Push Not Enough as Penn State New Kensington Falls to Cincinnati-Clermont

Penn State New Kensington men's soccer showed grit and determination on their home field, battling back in the second half and finding the net late, but their rally fell short in a 3-1 loss to Cincinnati-Clermont.

After conceding two goals early in the second half, the Lions kept pressing and were rewarded in the 81st minute. Jayson Ireland broke through the Cougars' back line and finished cleanly off a well-placed assist from Finn Bethurum, cutting the deficit to 2-1 and giving New Kensington momentum. The Lions continued to push forward, but Cincinnati-Clermont added a late insurance goal to secure the result.

New Kensington registered seven shots, with four on goal, and gained confidence from their second-half effort. Kenton Knox anchored the defense in net with eight saves while facing a steady attack from the visitors.

Penn State New Kensington Stats

Shots (SOG): 7 (4)
Goals: 1
Assists: 1

• Goal: Jayson Ireland (80:34)

• Assist: Finn Bethurum

• Shots on Goal: Ireland (2), Hunter Reed (1), Ethan Krystek (1)

• Goalkeeper: Kenton Knox – 90:00 minutes, 8 saves, 3 goals allowed