On August 29, the Schoolcraft Men’s Soccer team fought through a tight contest to earn a 1-0 victory over South Suburban, moving their record to 3-1-0 on the season. It was a close, hard-fought match, but strong performances from key players made the difference.

The opening half was evenly balanced, with both sides struggling to break through organized defenses. Chances were scarce, and the teams went into halftime scoreless after trading a handful of shots.
The decisive moment came in the 57th minute, when sophomore defenseman Niko Demopolis delivered a dangerous cross into the box. Freshman forward Justin Vivier rose above his marker to head the ball home, giving Schoolcraft the breakthrough they had been pushing for.

From there, the Ocelots relied on defensive discipline and the outstanding work of freshman goalkeeper Benjamin Modronja, who registered seven saves, including four crucial stops in the second half, to preserve the clean sheet. His composure and command of the box were vital in keeping South Suburban off the board.

Match Summary

Final Score: Schoolcraft (1), South Suburban (0)
Goal: Vivier (57’, Demopolis assist)
Shots: Schoolcraft (7), South Suburban (7)
Saves: Modronja (7)
Corners: Schoolcraft (9), South Suburban (2)

Up Next: The Ocelots return to action at home on September 10 at 2 p.m. against Lakeland Community College, looking to extend their winning streak and strengthen their push toward national contention.