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Winner Hawai'i Pacific HPU (4-11-0, 3-6-0)
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Chaminade Cham (1-9-3, 1-6-3)
Winner
Hawai'i Pacific HPU
(4-11-0, 3-6-0)
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Chaminade Cham
(1-9-3, 1-6-3)
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Team 1 2 F
Hawai'i Pacific HPU 2 1 3
Chaminade Cham 1 0 1

Game Recap: Men's Soccer |

Sharks Surge Past Silverswords with 3-1 Victory

Honolulu, HI — In a hard-fought matchup, Hawai'i Pacific University (HPU) came out on top with a decisive 3-1 win over Chaminade University, marking an exciting end to their season series. HPU improved to a record of 4-11-0 overall and 3-6-0 in conference play, while Chaminade fell to 1-9-3 for the season and 1-6-3 in conference matchups.

First Half: Sharks Strike Early

HPU wasted no time setting the pace, scoring twice within the opening minutes of the game. The first goal arrived just 1:47 into the match, courtesy of Kelly Takara—his second goal of the season—off an assist from Dennis Dinyer. Barely a minute later, Jonathan Sorto capitalized on the early momentum with a second goal at 3:10, assisted by Takara, putting HPU in a commanding position with a 2-0 lead.

Chaminade managed to respond in the 23rd minute, with Cameron Rozsa finding the back of the net, assisted by Ian Garcia. Despite this response, the Sharks continued to dominate possession and pace throughout the half, demonstrating a strong offensive presence.

Second Half: Sharks Seal the Win

In a more tempered second half, the Sharks maintained control, allowing no shots on goal from Chaminade. The game remained tightly contested until the final minutes, when Sorto struck again. At 89:35, he netted his second goal of the match and fourth of the season, securing the win for HPU with a final score of 3-1.

Team Performance and Key Stats

  • HPU outshot Chaminade 18-4, with six shots on goal.
  • Chaminade managed only one shot on goal, showcasing HPU's strong defensive play.
  • Chaminade's goalkeeper recorded three saves during the match.
  • Both teams displayed physicality, with a total of 31 fouls.
  • Multiple cautions were issued, reflecting the intensity and competitive nature of the game.

Looking Ahead

This victory adds momentum for the Sharks as they continue to build team chemistry and capitalize on player strengths. With standout performances from Sorto and Takara, HPU is heading into the final stages of the season. The Sharks' next challenge will be sustaining this intensity and consistency as they wrap up their campaign.

Final Score: Hawai'i Pacific 3, Chaminade 1

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