Boston University (5-2-3, 4-0-0 PL) will face Colgate (2-5-4, 1-1-2 PL) on Friday, October 9, at 6 p.m. The match will take place at Beyer-Small '76 Field in Hamilton, N.Y., and will be streamed on ESPN+. Live statistics and an international stream can be accessed through GoTerriers.com.
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The Terriers, currently leading the Patriot League, aim to extend their five-game win streak following a 2-1 victory over Loyola Maryland last Saturday. In that match, sophomore midfielder Mateo Turletti and freshman midfielder Ryan Ghajar assisted junior forward Ben Bagshaw, who opened the scoring in the 51st minute. Senior forward Andrea Di Blasio scored the second goal in the 61st minute, marking his fifth consecutive game with a goal and tying him for first in the league with six total for the season.
Despite being outshot 13-10, with the Greyhounds landing four shots on goal compared to the Terriers' two, Boston U. managed to secure the win. Senior goalkeeper Ben Alexander contributed to the team's strong performance, earning a clean sheet against Bucknell and making three saves against Loyola Maryland. He leads the league with a goals against average of 0.60, 35 saves, and five shutouts this season.
Colgate recently achieved its first Patriot League victory, defeating Navy 4-1. The Raiders have also had a scoreless draw against Bucknell and a 1-1 tie with Lafayette. Alex St. John starred in the win over Navy with two goals, while Ryan Schachter and Malik Samms each contributed another goal. St. John and Blake Pipkin received Patriot League honors for their efforts, and goalkeeper Gavin Vichengrad was recognized as Goalkeeper and Rookie of the Week after recording nine saves against Navy.
In the historical series, the Terriers hold a 12-5-3 advantage over the Raiders, with a 5-2 record in Hamilton. Looking ahead, Boston University will host Boston College on Tuesday, October 13, at 7 p.m. for Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night, with live statistics and an ESPN+ stream available on GoTerriers.com.