Demers-Peel and Dragsback Spark Men's Soccer to Win Over Becker

WPI 1, Becker 0

Worcester, MA --- Evan Demers-Peel (Norton, MA) scored the only goal of the match with less than 12 minutes remaining to propel WPI to a hard-earned 1-0 victory against visiting Becker in non-conference men's soccer action on Monday evening. With the win, the Engineers even their record at 6-6 while Becker slips to 6-6-1 overall.

WPI broke the scoreless duel in the 79th minute when freshman Kevin Ducharme's (Bedford, MA) cross was headed by Demers-Peel into the back of the net. The goal was the sophomore's third of the season and fifth of his career. Ducharme was credited with an assist on the play, his third of the year.

On the night, the Crimson and Gray enjoyed a 16-9 edge in shots, including nine of the 12 second half shots.

WPI netminder Kirk Dragsback (Sherborn, MA) recorded six stops on the night en route to posting his third consecutive shutout. Becker keeper Aaron Fill (Ladner, BC) was solid as well, registering seven saves for the Hawks.

Both teams return to the field on Wednesday with non-conference contests versus MASCAC opponents. WPI ventures to Fitchburg State for a road match while Becker hosts Worcester State.

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