The Gannon men's soccer team closed its non-conference slate on a high note Wednesday afternoon, outlasting D'Youville 3–2 behind a two-goal performance from
Rafa Hyde (São José dos Campos, Brazil/).
The Golden Knights took control early and withstood a late push from the Saints to stay unbeaten in October. Gannon improved to 5-2-4 overall, while D'Youville dropped to 3-6-2 on the season.
It was a productive afternoon for the Knights' attack, led by
Sverre Orten (Orsta, Norway/Aalesund vgs), who recorded his first two-assist match of the season. Orten now leads the team with 20 points, pacing Gannon in assists (6) and goals (7).
Hyde netted his fourth and fifth goals of the season and added an assist, while
Enzo Rekka (Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina/Gymnasium of the Catholic School Centre "Sveti Franjo") tallied his fourth goal of the year.
Shota Toyama (Kanagawa, Japan/Tama) chipped in with an assist on Hyde's game-winner to round out Gannon's balanced offensive showing.
THE GAME FACTS
Score: Gannon 3, D'Youville 2
Records: Gannon (5-2-4, 2-0-2 PSAC West) | D'Youville (3-6-2, 1-2-1)
Location: Dobson Field – Buffalo, N.Y.
Date: October 15, 2025
THE KNIGHT CAP
- Hyde's Brace: Rafa Hyde (São José dos Campos, Brazil/) scored twice, finding the back of the net in both halves to power Gannon's win.
- Orten the Orchestrator: The midfielder assisted on two goals and continues to lead the team in goals, assists, and total points.
- Rekka Stays Hot: The forward opened the scoring in the 15th minute, marking his fourth goal of the campaign.
- Toyama Adds an Assist: The senior set up Hyde's game-winning strike in the 82nd minute.
- Offensive Balance: Gannon produced 15 shots, including eight on target, and earned eight corner kicks in the victory.
- Unbeaten Momentum: The Knights extend their unbeaten stretch to five matches while closing non-conference play with a win.
Up Next
The Golden Knights wrap up non-conference play with the victory and will now travel to California (Pa.) on Saturday, October 18, for a 3:30 p.m. kickoff against the Vulcans.
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