HARTSVILLE, S.C. - The Coker University men's soccer team downed Conference Carolinas defending champion Belmont Abbey, 1-0 on Wednesday (Sept. 8).

The Cobras offense would stay in control for most of the first half, outshooting Belmont Abbey 16-4. The teams would remain scoreless through halftime. Coker's Felix Stoeffler would net the game-winner off an assist from Markos Touroukis in the 65th minute, bringing the game to 1-0. 

Jasper Rump (2-0-0) picked up his second collegiate win between the pipes and first shutout, picking six saves including several on the doorstep. Coker outshot the Crusaders in the match 27-10.

The Cobras (2-0) return to action Saturday (Sept. 11) to host Erskine in non-conference action. Kick-off is set for 4:30 p.m. from the Coker Athletic Field, with video and live stats available at www.cokercobras.com.

McDonald's Player of the Game - Felix Stoeffler