MARYVILLE, Tenn. – The Maryville College men's soccer team battled to a 2-2 draw against Covenant Wednesday evening at the MC Soccer Complex, moving to 3-3-4 overall and 1-1 in conference play.
The Scots broke through in the 38th minute when Cameron Harp found the back of the net to give Maryville a 1-0 lead. The goal came after a shot from August Painter as the Scots carried their advantage into halftime.
Maryville added to its lead early in the second half when Ryan Buie scored in the 46th minute off an assist from Dane Hammer, putting the Scots ahead 2-0.
Covenant responded in the 59th minute with a goal before tying the match in the 63rd minute.
The Scots continued to push for a go-ahead goal in the second half. Buie recorded three shots on goal, while Ben Brophy and Brady Hammer each tested the Covenant goalkeeper.
Maryville finished the night with 14 shots, including eight on goal, while holding Covenant to 10 shots and two on target. Buie led the Scots with three shots on goal, while Brophy recorded four shots. Goalkeeper Tanner Ricks played all 90 minutes for Maryville.
The Scots look to build on the result as they continue conference play on Tuesday, October 13 at 7:00 PM, where they will take on Sewanee at the MC Soccer Complex.
