Gordon College Men's Soccer hosted the Wentworth Leopards this afternoon at the Brigham Athletic Complex as the Fighting Scots honored their 10 seniors in the Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) face-off. After tying it up at one all in the second half, the Scots persistently battled throughout the remainder of regulation but were forced into overtime, making for a heart-pounding victory 2-1 in the second period of overtime. With tonight's thrilling win, Gordon's record improves to 8-5-2 (4-3-1 CCC), while the Leopards fall to 9-8 (4-4 CCC). 

How It Happened

• From the start, both teams challenged each other, ping-ponging command of the ball with a few shot attempts mixed in which were shut down by either squads impenetrable defense. With 10 minutes left in the half, Wentworth took advantage of a rebound off of the Scots' keeper to give the Leopards the initial 1-0 lead. Despite the Fighting Scots' powerful and consistent attempts to even the score, the half ended in favor of the Leopards. 
• However after the break, Gordon's senior Jarvin Ramirez launched a free kick from outside the box that found its way through the Leopards to the back of the net to tie it up 1-1. The Scots continued to strike, recording 10 more shots in regulation while holding Wentworth to four, however neither team was able to go up one, forcing the first overtime. 
• With the extra 10 minutes of action, the Leopards were the only team to get a shot in which the Fighting Scots quickly extinguished resulting in a second overtime period. 
• The Fighting Scots continued to protect their house while also striving to pounce on every opportunity they were given. With three minutes left on the clock, Ramirez took a corner kick, perfectly placing the ball at the feet of classmate Roddy Ngolomingi who redirected it past the Leopards keeper to finish the game with a stunning 2-1 golden goal victory. 

Beyond The Box Score

• Prior to tonight's matchup, the Fighting Scots celebrated seniors Rachid Billoti, Luckson Dambo, Jacob Gaudreau, Chase Gwynn, Michael Hahn, Ryan Modzeleski, Roddy Ngolomingi, Jarvin Ramirez, Nathan Talesnick, and Brody Veleber.
• The Scots finish up conference play on Tuesday, October 26 when they square up against the Colonels of Curry College with a 4 p.m. start.