PITTSBURGH, PA – The Ohio Christian University Trailblazers battled it out on the road on Saturday, riding an offensive explosion in the second half to seal the 6-3 victory. The win marks the team's first River States Conference victory of the season.
Andrew Smith (JR/Dansville, MI) kicked off the scoring for Ohio Christian in the 33rd minute, as neither team managed a successful offensive push in most of the opening half. Following halftime, both teams caught fire, with the Trailblazers netting five goals in less than 30 minutes.
Individually, Ohio Christian's Bryce Hull (SO/Grove City) finished the day with a hat trick, scoring three goals on eight shots. Smith ended the day with a pair of goals, while Jesse Current (JR/Leesburg, OH) sent in the final score on a free kick from Gabriel Spindola (FR)
"The guys did well to play out our game plan and we got to see it produce well in the second half," said Head Coach Josh Murton. "We obviously would have liked to see the late goals we gave up get cleaned up a little, but that gives us something to work on this week. It was great to get the win!"
Now standing at 1-5 in the River States Conference, the Trailblazers will travel to face Cedarville University on October 18th in a non-conference match.
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Articles of Interest
Lady Trailblazers Welcome New Era For 2020 Season
Published: June 10, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Ending the season in the conference tournament for yet
another year in 2019, the Lady Trailblazer soccer program said goodbye to one
of the most successful senior classes in program history. Now with a new
group of faces ready to step into their shoes, Head Coach Jake Warren is
excited to see what this season will bring. "Every season brings a new set
of challenges and excitements," said Warren. "I think this upcoming year is
very interesting because we have such a young group. What`s fascinating is we
have a lot of players still developing and growing into their
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Ending the season in the conference tournament for yet
another year in 2019, the Lady Trailblazer soccer program said goodbye to one
of the most successful senior classes in program history. Now with a new
group of faces ready to step into their shoes, Head Coach Jake Warren is
excited to see what this season will bring. "Every season brings a new set
of challenges and
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Ending the season in the conference tournament for yet
another year in 2019, the Lady Trailblazer soccer program said goodbye to one
of the most successful senior classes in
2020 Men's Soccer Schedule Released
Published: June 4, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – The Ohio Christian University Men's Soccer program is set
to begin a new era in the Fall of 2020, as newly announced head coach George
Arroyo will take over the team for his first season. Coming off a 2019
campaign in which the Trailblazers made the conference tournament, Arroyo is
confident the team is ready to improve and move up within the RSC. "I think I
speak for everyone in saying we're excited about the upcoming schedule.
Except for one, we faced each of these teams last season, so it gives us an
opportunity to gauge our improvement in many areas. We play in a
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – The Ohio Christian University Men's Soccer program is set
to begin a new era in the Fall of 2020, as newly announced head coach George
Arroyo will take over the team for his first season. Coming off a 2019
campaign in which the Trailblazers made the conference tournament, Arroyo is
confident the team is ready to improve and move up within the RSC. "I think I
speak for
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – The Ohio Christian University Men's Soccer program is set
to begin a new era in the Fall of 2020, as newly announced head coach George
Arroyo will take over the team for his first
Catching Up With Coach: Jake Warren
Published: May 26, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – The Lady Trailblazer soccer program has been the model of
consistency over the past five years. Reaching the conference tournament for
four consecutive seasons, the Lady Trailblazers have seen success at multiple
levels, all under the leadership of Jake Warren, the squad's head coach.
Recently, Coach Warren reflected on the 2019 season, saying farewell to a
talented senior class, and the expectations for 2020. Q: Looking back at
2019-20, a year in which you made it to the second round of the RSC
Tournament, what will you remember most about that team? A: "Last season
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – The Lady Trailblazer soccer program has been the model of
consistency over the past five years. Reaching the conference tournament for
four consecutive seasons, the Lady Trailblazers have seen success at multiple
levels, all under the leadership of Jake Warren, the squad's head coach.
Recently, Coach Warren reflected on the 2019 season, saying farewell to a
talented senior
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – The Lady Trailblazer soccer program has been the model of
consistency over the past five years. Reaching the conference tournament for
four consecutive seasons, the Lady
Archived Articles of Interest
Arroyo Named Head Coach Of Men's Soccer Program
Published: May 15, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Following a comprehensive search, Ohio Christian
University is pleased to announce George Arroyo as the new head coach for the
men's soccer program. Arroyo will begin immediately in preparation for the
2020 Fall schedule set to start in August.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Following a comprehensive search, Ohio Christian
University is pleased to announce George Arroyo as the new head coach for the
men's soccer program. Arroyo will begin immediately in preparation for the
2020 Fall schedule set to start in August.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Following a comprehensive search, Ohio Christian
University is pleased to announce George Arroyo as the new head coach for the
men's soccer program. Arroyo will begin immediately
Murton Steps Down Following 12 Seasons
Published: February 12, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Following 12 seasons as a head coach at Ohio Christian
University, Josh Murton has decided to step away from the men's soccer
program, effective immediately. "It has been an honor and a privilege to
serve at Ohio Christian University over these last 12 years with both the
men's and women's soccer programs," said Murton. "I have been humbled and
blessed to impact and be impacted by so many people over the years. I must
thank my Lord and Savior for all he has done for me over my coaching career
at OCU. I also want to thank my family for all the support over the years.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Following 12 seasons as a head coach at Ohio Christian
University, Josh Murton has decided to step away from the men's soccer
program, effective immediately. "It has been an honor and a privilege to
serve at Ohio Christian University over these last 12 years with both the
men's and women's soccer programs," said Murton. "I have been humbled and
blessed to impact and be
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – Following 12 seasons as a head coach at Ohio Christian
University, Josh Murton has decided to step away from the men's soccer
program, effective immediately. "It has been an honor
Lezotte Tabbed RSC Offensive Player of the Year
Published: November 30, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Adding to her already impressive 2019 resume, Senior
forward Brooke Lezotte (SR/Waynesville, OH) was named the River States
Conference Player of the Year on Friday. She led the forward category of the
All-RSC First Team after putting up 22 goals, 46 points and five game-winning
goals.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Adding to her already impressive 2019 resume, Senior
forward Brooke Lezotte (SR/Waynesville, OH) was named the River States
Conference Player of the Year on Friday. She led the forward category of the
All-RSC First Team after putting up 22 goals, 46 points and five game-winning
goals.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Adding to her already impressive 2019 resume, Senior
forward Brooke Lezotte (SR/Waynesville, OH) was named the River States
Conference Player of the Year on Friday. She led the
Lezotte Tabbed RSC Offensive Player of the Year
Published: December 10, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Adding to her already impressive 2019 resume, Senior
forward Brooke Lezotte (SR/Waynesville, OH) was named the River States
Conference Player of the Year on Friday. She led the forward category of the
All-RSC First Team after putting up 22 goals, 46 points and five game-winning
goals.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Adding to her already impressive 2019 resume, Senior
forward Brooke Lezotte (SR/Waynesville, OH) was named the River States
Conference Player of the Year on Friday. She led the forward category of the
All-RSC First Team after putting up 22 goals, 46 points and five game-winning
goals.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Adding to her already impressive 2019 resume, Senior
forward Brooke Lezotte (SR/Waynesville, OH) was named the River States
Conference Player of the Year on Friday. She led the
Lady Trailblazers End 2019 In RSC Championship Semi-Final
Published: November 30, 2019
EATON, OH – On a cold night in November, the Ohio Christian University Lady
Trailblazers closed out their 2019 season following a hard-fought loss
against Indiana University East in the River States Conference semifinal
round. With the loss, the Lady Trailblazers end the season with an overall
record of 10-6-2.
EATON, OH – On a cold night in November, the Ohio Christian University Lady
Trailblazers closed out their 2019 season following a hard-fought loss
against Indiana University East in the River States Conference semifinal
round. With the loss, the Lady Trailblazers end the season with an overall
record of 10-6-2.
EATON, OH – On a cold night in November, the Ohio Christian University Lady
Trailblazers closed out their 2019 season following a hard-fought loss
against Indiana University East in the River
