MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. | Florida Memorial University played St. Thomas to a 2-2 draw in the conference opener at Dr. Lester Brown Park.
The first half was scoreless for both sides, while they exchanged multiple shots throughout. FMU got on the board first in the 70th minute, courtesy of senior Frank Sanchez beating the goalkeeper for a clear goal. Feshman Sergio Alvarez followed suit with a goal in the 74th minute to take a 2-0 lead. St. Thomas responded with two late goals to tie the match 2-2 in the final stages of the match.
Senior Juan Mora played all 90 minutes, making 10 saves while allowing two goals.
The draw moves FMU to 1-5-2 overall and 0-0-1 in Sun Conference play.
The Lions return to action Saturday, October 3, for a conference match against Southeastern. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m. at Orange Bowl Field at Ives Estates Park.
