SAN FRANCISCO – The University of San Francisco men's soccer team defeated Stanislaus State, 1-0, in its exhibition opener on Friday at Negoesco Stadium.

"Stanislaus State was an athletic team that caused us a lot of problems.  The result is secondary but we played well enough to win," said head coach Eddie Soto. 

Junior midfielder Sean Bowman scored in the 82^nd minute off a corner kick by freshman Seamus McLaughlin to break the scoreless match.  Bowman headed in the corner kick under the Stanislaus State goalkeeper Patrick Colombana.

Three Dons goalkeepers, Ruben Stuiver, Andre Glasnovic and Jay Roundtree combined to shutout the Warriors. 

"Right now, it's about recovering with the quick turnaround for Sunday's game.  It's an extension of our preseason. We'll get ready and see what we have and what need to work on in preparation of our game against UCLA on August 26," said Soto.

USF goes on the road to play Sacramento State on Sunday at 5 p.m. before it's regular season opener against UCLA on Saturday, August 26 at Negoesco Stadium.

TICKETS:

USF men's soccer hosts UCLA in its home opener on Saturday, August 26. Ticket prices range from $5-$10 for general admission seating.  Buy your season tickets today for just $50.  As always, USF faculty, staff and students and youth supporters 12 and under receive free admission.  The Fog Squad is giving away T-shirts to the first 200 fans and Coca Cola is giving away free Coke floats to the first 300 fans.