NO. 7 HAWKS MEN’S SOCCER COMES UP JUST SHORT IN INSTANT CLASSIC

WEST BURLINGTON, Iowa – The No. 7 Northeast Community College men's soccer team played their only game this week Saturday as they battled with Southeastern Community College in West Burlington, Iowa. The ICCAC matchup can only be described as an instant classic as the Blackhawks topped the Hawks by a final score of 1-0.

The Hawks (11-3, 1-1 ICCAC) and Blackhawks both entered the contest at the top of the ICCAC standings, with the eventual winner feeling confident about their place in the league. The game had an intense feel to it as each squad battled hard for every inch. It wasn't until the 89^th minute when Southeastern made a final charge and punched in a game-winning goal as the clock neared expiration.

The game was one that anyone watching won't soon forget. The two teams will go at it again in two weeks on Saturday, October 8 at Veterans Memorial Field in Norfolk.  

HEAR FROM THE HAWKS COACH:

Head men's soccer coach Adam Potter on his overall takeaways from today's match:

"Lots of positives to take away from today," Potter said. "I am very proud of the heart and passion our boys played with today. We will see them for sure again and maybe for a third time later this season, and we will be ready!"

Potter on how he wants his team to rebound from the tough loss:

"When we walk out the doors today, we will pick up our heads and look forward to our next big battle Wednesday!" Potter said.

UP NEXT:

Northeast will be back at home to face off with Hawkeye Community College at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Norfolk Veterans Memorial Field in Norfolk.

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