Rain, sloppy field cannot deter men's soccer; win 2-0 in Hilo

Ortiz PK, Roylance insurance keeps DSC undefeated in PWC

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HILO, Hawaii – Tyler Albretsen (Pleasant View, UT/Weber) did not realize that his aggressive playing and subsequent tackle from the goalie in the box would be just what Dixie State needed Saturday against the Vulcans. After being awarded a penalty kick, DSC's Nyle Ortiz (Layton, UT/Layton) cashed in the attempt for the game-winner in a 2-0 decision over Hawaii-Hilo in Pacific West play.

Dixie State remained unbeaten in the Pac West at 5-0 while improving to 6-3-2 overall. The Vulcans slid to 2-9 and 1-6 in PWC action.

“Sloppy conditions led to a sloppy game,” Dixie State head coach Danny Ortiz said. “We were forced to slow down and stay composed.”

After a scoreless first half, Albretsen pressured UHH goalkeeper Paul Elias after a ball was played into the box. Elias reportedly tackled the DSC attacker, forcing the penalty kick opportunity for Ortiz.

The Red Storm added insurance with eight seconds left in the match. A foul on DSC brought Elias out of the goalie box for a free kick. The ball bounded off of Alex Lawhun (Draper, UT/Alta) and toward Jordan Roylance (Smithfield, UT/Sky View), stationed by Elias. Roylance dribbled past the drawn in goaltender and scored into the open net.

Tyler Walters (Ogden, UT/Ben Lomand) made six saves to ensure a shutout victory. DSC outshot the Vulcans 23-11, including 17-7 on goal.

Dixie State travels to the North Shore of Oahu on Monday to battle BYU-Hawaii at 6 p.m. Mountain time.

Soccer Game Summary (Final)
Dixie State vs Hawaii Hilo (Oct 15, 2011 at Hilo, HI)

Dixie State (6-3-2,5-0) vs. Hawaii Hilo (2-9-0,1-6)
Date: Oct 15, 2011 Attendance: 82
Weather: Overcast & cool

Goals by period 1 2 Tot
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Dixie State......... 0 2 - 2
Hawaii Hilo......... 0 0 - 0

SCORING SUMMARY:
1. 45:23 DX-MS Ortiz, Nyle Penalty kick
2. 89:52 DX-MS Roylance, Jordan (unassisted) - break away

Shots: Dixie State 23, Hawaii Hilo 11
Saves: Dixie State 7 (Walters, Tyler 6; TEAM 1), Hawaii Hilo 15
(Elias, Paul 12; Hawaii Hilo 3)

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