DUBUQUE, Iowa - The Elmhurst University men's soccer team shut out the University of Dubuque 3-0 Friday, Sept. 18, at Oyen Field.
Elmhurst (3-2-2) took an early lead when Ashton Kerrigan scored at 11:03. Loretto Lopez struck again for the Bleujays, doubling the advantage at 26:05 unassisted. Goalkeeper Niyen Ruffin defended Dubuque's (3-4-0) three shots on goal in the opening period, sending the Bluejays into halftime ahead 2-0.
The Bluejays added their third goal less than four minutes into the second half when Andrew Walters connected with Brian Biederman at 48:50.
Kerrigan led Elmhurst with three shots, including one on goal. Biederman, Walters, Lopez, Keanu Wilson and Isaac Romero each added a shot.
Elmhurst earned its second shutout of the season behind five combined saves from goalkeepers Ruffin and Matthew Kozel. Ruffin made three saves, and Kozel made two.
Up Next: Elmhurst opens CCIW play at Carthage College on Wednesday, Sept. 23. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Art Keller Field in Kenosha, Wis.
