Vikings Clip Fighting Scots 1-0

WENHAM, Mass. -- Salem State edged North Shore rival Gordon College 1-0 on Wednesday evening at the Brigham Complex. Dylan Senra's second half goal was the difference-maker as the Vikings have now won three-of-four to improve to 5-3-1 on the year. The Fighting Scots have lost six-of-eight after a season-opening win and go to 1-6-2. 

Gordon held the shot advantage in the first 45 minutes of action (5-3), but neither side was able to capitalize keeping the score at 0-0 at the half. In the 58th minute, Salem State was awarded a penalty kick after a handball in the box. Senra stepped up to the line and sent it into the side netting to put his squad on top, 1-0.

The Scots did not let up and controlled possession throughout the remainder of regulation, but the Vikings held on for the narrow 1-0 win.

Gordon owned a 16-8 advantage in shots, including an 11-5 edge in the second half. Jonathan Chasse earned his first win in net for the Vikings, making six stops. Gunnar Lucuk made four saves in the loss for Gordon.

(Contributions from Gordon Sports Information)