Men's Soccer Blanks Fitchburg State

Leicester, Mass.- The Becker College defeated Fitchburg State 2-0 in non-conference men's soccer action, securing their fourth consecutive victory.

Becker had their first scoring opportunity at 15:26 into the game when Aldo Karkanjozi (Sterling Heights, MI.) had a penalty kick chance. Karkanjozi's kick sailed over the crossbar as game remained scoreless. With 2:08 remaining in the first half the Fitchburg defense knocked the ball into their own net, giving the Hawks a 1-0 lead.

Becker increased the lead to 2-0 with 32:55 remaining in the game when Ryan Singh (Elmont, NY.) threaded a beautiful pass to Aldo Karkanjozi, who ripped a shot past the dive of Fitchburg goalie Alex Ivanov (Carlisle, Mass.).

Fitchburg goalkeeper Alex Ivanov made two saves in a losing effort. The Falcons are now 1-9 on the season. Becker goalkeeper Tim McDonald (Holden, Mass.) made three saves to earn his third shutout of the season as the Hawks improved to 6-4-1 on the year.