Chicago, Ill — Men's Soccer  (5-5-2, 2-3-1) played to a 1-1 draw with Marian University (4-5-2, 2-3-1) on Saturday at Stuart Field.  Before the match the Illinois Tech Seniors were recognized as part of the senior day festivities. Congratulations to men's soccer seniors Matthew Watson, Ben Mehl, Carter Liske, Adam Lazarowicz, Christian Garcia, Logan Garcia, and Alexander Kuban.

The first half began with Illinois Tech and Marian University both setting their defensive formations, with Colin Thomas and Tyler Hall starting as goalkeepers. The Scarlet Hawks' offensive pressure was evident early, with Mateo Secaira attempting a shot in the third minute and again in the 10th minute, though saved by Hall. Illinois Tech took the lead in the 25th minute when Cal Graham scored, assisted by Adam Lazarowicz, bringing the score to 1-0. Marian's Nathan Blazenko and Brayden Johnson tested Thomas with shots, both saved, as the home team maintained their lead at the end of the half.

Marian equalized early in the second half with a goal from Szymon Kielar in the 56th minute, bringing the score to 1-1. Lazarowicz had a shot on target in the 54th minute, but it was saved by Hall. Despite a flurry of offensive attempts from the Scarlet Hawks, including multiple shots from Paul Balea and a notable save by Hall in the 80th minute, Illinois Tech was unable to break the deadlock. Both teams exchanged several shots and corner kicks, but neither could secure a decisive goal before the end of regulation, resulting in a draw.

Illinois Tech Top Performers  

Colin Thomas  
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- 4 saves  

Mateo Secaira  
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- 4 shots  
- 1 shot on goal  

Paul Balea  
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- 4 shots  
- 1 shot on goal  

Cal Graham  
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- 1 goal  
- 2 shots  

Marian Top Performers  

Tyler Hall  
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- 4 saves  
- 90 minutes played  

Szymon Kielar  
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- 1 goal  
- 1 shot on goal  

Brayden Johnson  
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- 3 shots  
- 1 shot on goal  

Game Notes:
- The Scarlet Hawks now stand at 4-3-1 overall lifetime against Marian University.

Up Next
Illinois Tech travels to Plymouth, Wisconsin, to face Lakeland University on October 8. The match kicks off at 7 p.m.