Edwards’ Goal Equalizes in Griffins’ 1-1 Draw with UC Merced

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – The Westminster men’s soccer team battled to a 1-1 draw with UC Merced on Thursday, September 3, at Dumke Field, erasing a first-half deficit on a second-half goal from Max Edwards. Game Breakdown First Half UC Merced controlled much of the run of play early, out-cornering Westminster 4-0 in the opening 45 minutes. The Bobcats broke through in the 21st minute when Christian Khanishian scored off a pair of assists from Davian Lizarraga and Ezekiel Cruz, giving UC Merced a 1-0 lead. Westminster goalkeeper Oliver Olsen made a save in the first half to keep…