PRESCOTT, Ariz. —Embry-Riddle dropped a 2-1 decision to Park-Gilbert on Thursday at Varsity Field in Prescott.
The Eagles moved to 11-4-3 overall and 10-2-1 in conference play.
After a scoreless first half, Park-Gilbert took the lead in the 48th minute when Brody Donovan scored off an assist from Anton Aaltonen. Donovan added his second goal in the 72nd minute, assisted by Daniel Becker, to put the Eagles in a 2-0 hole.
Embry-Riddle responded in the 81st minute when Nitai Bental scored his sixth goal of the season. Dario Ajdini provided the assist.
The Eagles continued to pressure Park-Gilbert late, but the hosts held on for the victory.
Embry-Riddle controlled much of the offensive play, outshooting Park-Gilbert 22-5 and holding a 10-3 advantage in shots on goal. The Eagles also earned four corner kicks.
ERAU will play in the GSAC semifinal on Thursday, November 5th in Prescott as they await the winner of the #4 vs. #5 game.
