Men’s Soccer Falls Short in Season Opener, 2-1

WAYNE, N.J. – A late rally wasn’t enough as the William Paterson men’s soccer team (0-1) opened its 2026 campaign with a 2-1 home loss against Stevens (1-0) Sept. 1. HOW IT HAPPENED: Following a scoreless first half, the Ducks broke the deadlock with goals during the 54th and 68th minutes. Pioneer freshman midfielder Jasper Robijn (Sommelsdijk, Netherlands/Rgo Middelharnis) dribbled along the end line and found senior midfielder Matty Escobar (Kearny, N.J./Kearny) in the box, who finished to make it a 2-1 game at the 85:23 mark. WP threatened to get the equalizer during the closing moments, but Stevens was…