William Paterson University Athletics

WAYNE, N.J. – A late rally wasn't enough as the William Paterson men's soccer team (0-1) opened its 2026 campaign with a 2-1 home loss against Stevens (1-0) Sept. 1.
 
HOW IT HAPPENED:

• Following a scoreless first half, the Ducks broke the deadlock with goals during the 54th and 68th minutes.
• Pioneer freshman midfielder Jasper Robijn (Sommelsdijk, Netherlands/Rgo Middelharnis) dribbled along the end line and found senior midfielder Matty Escobar (Kearny, N.J./Kearny) in the box, who finished to make it a 2-1 game at the 85:23 mark.
• WP threatened to get the equalizer during the closing moments, but Stevens was able to fend off the opportunities to preserve its one-goal advantage.

 
INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

• Graduate student Luka Misko collected nine saves for the Pioneers.
• The match's start was delayed for two hours due to lightning in the area.

 
UP NEXT:

• William Paterson hosts Baruch Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 7:00 p.m.

 
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