September 29, 2016

The East Central Community College men’s soccer team defeated Meridian Community College 4-3 in overtime Wednesday, Sept. 28, in Bailey Stadium in Decatur.

ECCC jumped out to an early lead with goals by Blake Bonds of Germantown High School, assisted by Fredy Gutierrez of Pontotoc High School, and Gutierrez.

MCC fought back to tie the match up 2-2 at the half.

Gutierrez scored once again in the second half, before MCC tied the match 3-3 to send it to overtime.

Sophomore Gutierrez scored one final time to get a hat trick and the game-winning goal in overtime.

East Central improved to 4-6 on the season.

The Warriors will travel to Jones County Junior College for a non-division match Friday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m.


ECCC's Fredy Gutierrez scored three goals, including the game-winner in overtime, in the win over Meridian Community College. (EC Photo)

 

 

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