Men’s Soccer Set for Cross Town Clash with Emmanuel Wednesday

SUFFOLK vs. EMMANUEL
Date Time Venue Video Stats Program Series Last Meeting   Last Suffolk Win Streak	Wednesday, Sept. 7 7:00 PM East Boston Memorial Park East Boston, Mass. Playsight GoSuffolkRams.com Program 11-7-1 Sept. 8, 2021, L, 4-3 Oct. 7, 2017, W, 1-0 (2OT) L3

BOSTON – Suffolk men's soccer carries its season-opening three-game win streak into Wednesday, Sept. 7's match-up with Boston rival Emmanuel. Kick-off at James A. Sartori Stadium at East Boston Memorial Park is set for 7 p.m.

SOCIAL SAYINGS
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LAST TIME OUT
Nine different Rams produced at least one point to push Suffolk men's soccer to a lopsided 7-0 victory over Mass. Maritime Monday afternoon at Clean Harbors Stadium. 

MORE READING: Men's Soccer Handles Mass. Maritime, 7-0

SUFFOLK SCORES
 

RAMS RUNDOWN
Suffolk is off to its best start since 2012 at 3-0-0 on the year. The Rams own victories over Mitchell (2-1), Westfield State (1-0) and Mass. Maritime (7-0). 

The blue-and-gold's 10-goal offense has seen 10 players record a point in the first three games. Miguel Varela, who has registered a point in every game this season thus far, leads the way with five behind one goal and three handouts. Andrew Awada and TJ Maselek have each found the back of the net twice to share second on the team in points with Ryan Chamberlain and Carter Van Buskirk right behind with three points apiece on one-goal and one-assist stat lines.

Xander Balog has played every minute in net. He boasts a 0.33 GAA and .750 save percentage with two of the three triumphs coming via shutout.

SAINTS SAYINGS
Similar to Suffolk, Emmanuel holds an unbeaten record at 1-0-1. The Saints tied Wentworth, 0-0, before topping Maine Maritime, 5-0. 

The offense has been spread across eight boots. Alec Erskine is the top scoring threat with two goals, while Liam Cook, Renato Martinez and Jack Minas have all put away one. Joey Soucy has a knack for setting-up scoring with a team-best two helpers. 

Vincent Conelli and Maddox Pierce have each seen time in between the posts this season. Conelli has started both games and racked up a 0.00 GAA and 1.000 save percentage to own both decisions. Pierce, meanwhile, made his collegiate debut in the second half against Maine Maritime.

INSIDE THE SERIES

• The Suffolk, Emmanuel series dates back to 2002.
• The Rams trail the all-time series, 11-7-1.
• Suffolk last met the Saints, Sept. 8, 2021, and fell, 4-3.
• The Rams look to snap a three-game skid versus Emmanuel.
• Suffolk's last win over the Saints came in overtime 1-0 Oct. 10, 2016.
• Three contests have needed extra time to determine a winner between Suffolk and Emmanuel. The Rams hold a 2-0-1 record in OT against the Saints.
• The last and only draw between the foes came via a 1-1, double overtime decision Oct. 7, 2017.
• Four contests have been cleansheets in the series. Suffolk is 3-1-0 when one team is kept off the scoreboard when playing Emmanuel.
• At home, Suffolk holds a 6-4-0 mark versus the Saints.
• On the road the Rams are 5-3-1 against Emmanuel.

MORE INFO: Suffolk vs. Emmanuel – All-Time Series

EYES ON THE GAME

MAKE THE PLEDGE TO BE THERE SATURDAY, SEPT. 10 
Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death for college athletes. While athletes have many protective factors in place - community, resources, regular exercise - the pressure to succeed and time constraints can elevate their risk of developing suicidal thoughts. The stressful nature of participating in collegiate athletics, especially now with the added pressure of the COVID-19 pandemic, can significantly affect student-athletes and their mental well-being.

Everyone has a role to play in suicide prevention. Suffolk Athletics is asking all members of Ram Nation – students, alumni, faculty, staff, family and fans – to take a pledge to be there; be there for yourself and others.

On Saturday, Sept. 10, join the Suffolk men's soccer team in making it a mission to be there and bring awareness to suicide prevention. 

READ MORE: Rams Take a Stand in Suicide Prevention

WHAT'S NEXT?
Suffolk will host its Suicide Awareness Game Saturday, Sept. 10 at 3 p.m. against Boston Commons neighbor Emerson.