WILMORE, Ky. – The Asbury University men's soccer team began the 2020 season off on the right note with a 3-1 victory over Marian at home on Saturday evening in non-conference play.

The Eagles never trailed throughout the match as they shutout the Knights in the second half to preserve their two-goal advantage.

Inside the Matchup
Asbury begins the 2020 campaign with an 1-0 record, while Marian drops to 0-1.

Highlights
* An early goal from Brody Smith gave the 1-0 edge to AU 15 minutes into the game. The goal scored marks Smith's first career goal for the Eagles. Micah Schneider provided the assist on the goal.
* However, roughly 10 minutes later, Marian would tie up the match at 1-1.
* The Eagles re-gained the lead as Micah Schneider scored in the 29^th minute of action off an assist from Sam Henderson.
* With under five minutes remaining in the first half, Asbury would add another score after a goal off a header from Andrew Nelson.
* AU led 3-1 at halftime and would hold Marian scoreless during the second half.

Key Stats
* As a team, the Eagles out-shot Marian 11-8 and placed eight shots on-goal.
* Trey Miller logged three saves in the victory as goalkeeper.
* Micah Schneider, Sam Henderson, Andrew Nelson, and Brody Smith each recorded two shots on-goal in the victory.

Next Up
*Asbury is back in action on September 26 against IU East to open up River States Conference play.