Men’s soccer beat Strongsville 2-0 under the lights at home and played a 1-1 draw with Brunswick to improve their GCC record to 1-1-1 and their overall record to 6-1-1.
Against Strongsville Sept. 12, Shaker’s defense mounted another strong performance, keeping a clean sheet for the fifth time in seven matches. Senior midfielder Joe Brancato scored twice for the Raiders en route to their third win in a row.
The Strongsville matchup was also Shaker Youth Soccer Association night. Young soccer players ages 6 to 11 participated in pregame activities with the high school team. “It was great to pull off a win in the home atmosphere, especially during youth night,” senior midfielder Jack Landever said.
Shaker came back from a 1-0 deficit against Brunswick Sept. 19 to achieve the draw. Senior forward Caden Kozak scored late in the first half for the Raiders.
The Raiders play next on Sept. 26 at home against GCC opponent Mentor. Game time is 7 p.m.
This story originally appeared within the Raider Roundup, published Sept. 23, 2023.