CHICAGO, Ill. (August 24, 2025) – The Chicago State men's soccer showed resilience and growth in their home contest on Sunday at Gwendolyn Brooks College Prep, competing with energy and determination in a 4-0 decision against the University of St. Thomas (MN).
The Cougars generated eight shots in the match and pushed forward with confidence in both halves. Junior
Saul Silva (Miami, Florida) provided an attacking spark with two attempts, including a dangerous strike on goal in the second half.
Bill Okumu (Nairobi, Kenya) and
Zephyn Brockert-Kress (Farmington Hills, Michigan) each added quality looks as Chicago State continued to build rhythm in the attack.
Defensively, the Cougars battled throughout the 90 minutes.
Bryant Garcia (Pueblo, Colorado) recorded five saves in goal, denying multiple high-quality chances and setting the tone with an early stop.
Joshua Ceniceros and
Jayden Quezada anchored the back line, each going the full distance in a hard-fought effort.
Head Coach Norris Howze emphasized his team's progress after the match:
"We're continuing to take steps forward. The guys battled from start to finish, created good moments, and showed the energy we want to carry into every match. We're building the foundation, and I'm proud of how they competed today."
Looking Ahead: The Chicago State Cougars (0-2-0) will take this momentum on the road as they prepare to face the Blue Demons of DePaul University on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Kick off is set for 12:30 p.m. inside Wish Field.
With their high-energy style and growing chemistry, the Cougars are poised to turn their strong performances into wins as they approach Northeast Conference play. This match against St. Thomas serves as a testament to the team's grit and determination, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
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