FARMVILLE,Va.- The Longwood men's soccer team fell to the Naval Academy 1-0 on Tuesday night after a penalty kick split the two sides.
 
GOALS (Assists)

55' - David Jackson (Penalty Kick)
 
HOW IT HAPPENED:
 
A first half that featured 16 total shots saw none find the back of the net. Only two shots were on frame as each goaltender picked up a save a-piece in the first 45 minutes.
 
The second half did not lack the fireworks as both teams came close numerous times trying to push ahead of the other. It wasn't until Navy won a penalty in the 55' minute that the deadlock was broken. Jackson placed the PK perfectly in the top left corner which proved to be enough for the Midshipmen.

WHAT THEY SAID:

"It's tough to sometimes see past the result however there is a lot to be pleased about," said head coach Jon Atkinson following the Lancers home opener. "The game spun on a call that maybe I didn't see that way, it's the tough breaks you get and you have to put it behind you and move on. The lads knocked on the door all night and can't fault the effort and staying true to our identity. If we keep that level of intesity in our play and sharpen the tip of our spear then I think we will be okay."

"Great effort all round and we focus on the next game."

 
ADDITIONAL NOTES
 
The two sides fired 27 total shots, with Longwood holding the edge at 15-12. The Lancers also had more shots on goal at 5-3.
 
Longwood and Navy have played 11 times since the Lancers joined the Division I ranks. Navy has won four in a row and leads the series 7-4
 
Ethan Stevenson made his Lancer debut tonight and recorded two shots.
 
Jose Carlos led the Lancers in shots with five total and three on target.
 
UP NEXT
 
The Lancers travel Pennsylvania to take on the Red Flash of Saint Francis University.