Pais and Whitten Team Up to Take Out Rams, 2-0

By Mike DeVader, Reinhardt Director of Athletic Communications & Media

COLUMBIA, S.C. – A magnificent free kick in the first half by Rafael Pais proved-to-be the difference against the Rams in South Carolina on Wednesday, but Aaron Whitten added a second-period goal for good measure in a 2-0 triumph at Columbia International.

The Eagles once again flexed their muscles on the defensive end with another shutout – holding their hosts to just five shots (one on-goal) – while accumulating 17 scoring chances of their own.

"The players showed a lot of grit and determination today to secure a result on the road in South Carolina," head coach Joey Johnson said. "As a young group, this match was an opportunity to learn new lessons to be better prepared for challenges future matches may hold moving forward.

"I appreciate the efforts of the players."

That effort on all sides kept the momentum with the Eagles, and helped them achieve 10 shots on-goal with a decided advantage in ball possession; which put constant pressure on the Rams' defense.

Whitten had four shots individually, and two others (Pais and Philip Frowis) notched three apiece.

Niko Tzevelekos breezed his way to another positive outcome manning the net with just one save needed.

The club (5-0, 5-0 Appalachian Athletic Conference) now has a week off to prepare for another road trip – this time at Point (Ga.) on Nov. 4.

First whistle is slated for 7 p.m.

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