DES MOINES, Iowa – The Drake University (3-2-1) men's soccer team beat Evansville, 2-1, after scoring in each half on Friday, March 26 at Drake Stadium. 

In the fifth minute of play, senior Oliver Bihuniak took a corner kick and senior Bradan Allen attempted a header which ended up in front of graduate transfer TC Anderson who then scored for the Bulldogs. Anderson's goal marks the first in his time at Drake. 

Evansville (0-6-1) attempted two shots on goal in the first 45 minutes on the pitch, but both were stopped by Drake keeper Jared Brown. Brown faced eight shots and saved three in the match.  

"Our first half performance was excellent both in and out of possession and led exceptionally well by our captain Lucas Bartlett. I was pleased with our composure in possession, our ability to build the game through the thirds, and with our overall positioning and game management," said head coach Gareth Smith. "We created a number of very good chances and should have been more clinical with those opportunities to extend our lead going into the halftime. I am delighted to see TC get on the scoresheet as he was excellent again today. "

The Aces received four yellow cards, with one being on head coach Marshall Ray in the second half.  

In the 63rd minute, senior MLS Draft Pick Leroy Enzugusi scored off a pass from Absalom Solorio. Enzugusi's goal marked the 14th goal of his career.  

Smith said, "The second half was a little more stop-start as Evansville adjusted their approach by playing more direct and committed more players into advance positions to get back into the game. We knew the game would open up as a result and that more opportunities would emerge on the counter. It was good awareness and a great final ball by Absalom to find Leroy who showed his quality and class with a sublime finish for the game winner. "

Evansville was awarded a penalty kick in the 80th minute after a foul by Drake redshirt-senior Lucas Bartlett. Pablo Guillen scored off the penalty kick to put Evansville on the board. 

In its 90 minutes, Drake was awarded 11 corner kicks, compared to Evansville who was awarded three.  

"As always there are a few details to polish up on but overall a very good and professional performance. Now we turn or attention to our preparations for Bradley next week," said Smith.

The Bulldogs return to Drake Stadium on Sunday, April, .to take on Bradley at 2 p.m.