BROCKPORT, N.Y – The SUNY Brockport men's soccer team opened the 2025 season with a 1-0 victory over RIT on Friday, August 29^th. The Golden Eagles moved to 1-0 to begin the season following the home opener win. 

The Tigers pressured Brockport early and often, outshooting the Golden Eagles 8-3 in the opening half. In his first career start, goalkeeper Matthew Sandison was up to the challenge, making four saves in the first half to keep the contest tied at 0-0 entering the second half.

At the 50:07 mark of the contest, Parker Warren's long feed found Peter Tinaj, who would bury the contest's lone tally, putting Brockport ahead 1-0. 

RIT would maintain pressure, outshooting Brockport 7-1 in the second half to finish the contest with a 15-4 shots edge.

Despite only generating one shot on goal, the Golden Eagles made the most of their opportunity, escaping with a 1-0 victory.

Matthew Sandison (W, 1-0) was stellar between the pipes, making five saves to secure a shutout win in his Brockport debut.

Parker Warren (1A), Khadim Amar, Parker Warren, and Trevor Lagarde all went the distance for Brockport, playing 90 minutes each in strong individual efforts.

Up Next: Brockport will host the University of Rochester on Wednesday, September 3^rd at 7 pm.