University of St. Thomas Athletics
Thursday, August 20
St. Paul, Minn.
1:00 p.m. CT
0-1-0, 0-0-0
0
vs
2
Detroit Mercy
1-0-0, 0-0-0
| Team | 1 | 2 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Mercy | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| St. Thomas (MN) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Men’s Soccer drops season opener to Detroit Mercy
8/20/2026 4:06:00 PM | Men's Soccer
The Titans scored twice in second half in first home loss for the Tommies in 656 days
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The University of St. Thomas (0-1-0, 0-0-0) fell to Detroit Mercy (1-0-0, 0-0-0) 2-0 on Thursday at South Field. Despite the loss, the Tommies managed to record four shots, with one on goal, in the match.
The first half began with both teams demonstrating defensive intensity. The Tommies faced several fouls early on but maintained composure as Moritz Krenc made a crucial save from a shot by Detroit Mercy's Thero Mitchell III at the 30:54 mark. Despite an offside call against St. Thomas and an attempt by Owen Marshall that went wide, the period concluded without either team finding the net, leaving the score at 0-0.
In the second half, Detroit Mercy took the lead with a goal by Johnny Strickler, assisted by Thero Mitchell III, at 62:20. St. Thomas attempted to respond, but faced challenges breaking through the visitor's defense, with a notable shot from Jacob Nokken going wide. Detroit Mercy extended its lead with another goal from Strickler at 75:10. The Tommies pressed forward with Quentin Hauswald taking a late shot on target, but it was saved by Colin Monroe.
Moritz Krenc made four saves during the match, facing a total of ten shots.
Tommie Tidbits
- This is the first home loss for the Tommies since November 4, 2024, 656 days ago. The Toms were 4-0-4 at home last season.
- The Tommies are 1-4-1 in season openers and 2-3-1 in home openers during the DI era.
Up Next
St. Thomas plays Green Bay on August 23 at 1 p.m. at South Field. Sunday's matchup will be the sixth between the Tommies and the Phoenix. Green Bay has a 2-1-2 record in the series and has never lost a game at South Field.
The first half began with both teams demonstrating defensive intensity. The Tommies faced several fouls early on but maintained composure as Moritz Krenc made a crucial save from a shot by Detroit Mercy's Thero Mitchell III at the 30:54 mark. Despite an offside call against St. Thomas and an attempt by Owen Marshall that went wide, the period concluded without either team finding the net, leaving the score at 0-0.
In the second half, Detroit Mercy took the lead with a goal by Johnny Strickler, assisted by Thero Mitchell III, at 62:20. St. Thomas attempted to respond, but faced challenges breaking through the visitor's defense, with a notable shot from Jacob Nokken going wide. Detroit Mercy extended its lead with another goal from Strickler at 75:10. The Tommies pressed forward with Quentin Hauswald taking a late shot on target, but it was saved by Colin Monroe.
Moritz Krenc made four saves during the match, facing a total of ten shots.
Tommie Tidbits
- This is the first home loss for the Tommies since November 4, 2024, 656 days ago. The Toms were 4-0-4 at home last season.
- The Tommies are 1-4-1 in season openers and 2-3-1 in home openers during the DI era.
Up Next
St. Thomas plays Green Bay on August 23 at 1 p.m. at South Field. Sunday's matchup will be the sixth between the Tommies and the Phoenix. Green Bay has a 2-1-2 record in the series and has never lost a game at South Field.
Players Mentioned
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/ Men's Soccer
GK
/ Men's Soccer
M
/ Men's Soccer
F
/ Men's SoccerTeam Stats
DMU
UST
Goals
2
0
Shots
10
4
Shots on Goal
6
1
Saves
1
4
Corners
3
0
Fouls
10
21
Scoring Plays
Johnny Strickler (2)
Assisted By: Thero Mitchell III
GOAL by DMU Strickler, Johnny Assist by Mitchell III, Thero.
62:20
Johnny Strickler (2)
Assisted By: Thero Mitchell III
GOAL by DMU Strickler, Johnny Assist by Mitchell III, Thero.
75:10
Game Leaders
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
fwd
Shots
1
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
0
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