WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — West Liberty defeated West Virginia Wesleyan 4-0 on Sunday at West Family Athletic Complex. West Liberty's offense was dominant, tallying 22 shots with 15 on target. The hosts scored twice in each half, securing a shutout with three saves from their goalkeeper. This league match saw West Liberty capitalize on their scoring opportunities, while Wesleyan managed just four shots throughout the game.

The first half began with West Liberty establishing early offensive pressure. Ethan Nethery and E.J. Sablan both tested Wesleyan's goalkeeper Matteo Marciani in the opening minutes, but their efforts were saved. At the 32nd minute, Alex Anderson broke through for the Hilltoppers, netting a goal with assists from Leyton Collier and Lachlan Quate, giving the home team a 1-0 lead.

West Liberty continued to maintain momentum, frequently challenging Marciani, who made several key saves. The persistence paid off again in the 39th minute when Quate, assisted by Travis Scandalis, scored to double the lead. The half closed with the Hilltoppers holding a 2-0 advantage over the Bobcats.

The second half began with an immediate impact from West Liberty, who maintained pressure on West Va. Wesleyan's defense. Alex Watt and Collier both forced saves from the opposing goalkeeper, Marciani, early in the half. West Liberty continued to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities, with Sablan and Scandalis each testing Marciani further.

West Liberty's persistence paid off in the 76th minute when Nethery scored, assisted by Watt, extending the lead. Just over a minute later, Leandre Tyssandier capitalized again with a goal, assisted by Collier, pushing the score to 4-0. Despite some late attempts by Wesleyan, goalkeeper Shai'ya Henry maintained the clean sheet, and the half closed with West Liberty holding a commanding 4-0 advantage.

West Liberty opened the first half with a solid defensive effort, highlighted by Henry's save in the 5th minute against West Va. Wesleyan's Adam Gribben. West Liberty's offense found its stride when Anderson scored in the 32nd minute, assisted by Collier and Quate, giving the home team a 1-0 lead. Quate doubled the lead in the 40th minute with a goal assisted by Scandalis, bringing the score to 2-0 by halftime. Marciani, Wesleyan's goalkeeper, faced multiple shots but was unable to prevent the two goals that put West Liberty ahead.

West Liberty extended their lead over the Bobcats in the second half, starting with Nethery's goal at the 76:46 mark, assisted by Watt. Just moments later, Tyssandier added another goal in the 77th minute, assisted by Collier, pushing the score to 4-0. West Liberty's defense remained strong, with Henry recording key saves, including one against Caden Carpenter's attempt in the 79th minute. Despite several attempts by  Wesleyan, West Liberty maintained their advantage and secured the victory.

Quate contributed significantly to the team's performance with one goal and one assist. Henry recorded a shutout by making three saves, maintaining a clean sheet over 90 minutes. Anderson delivered the game-winning goal, capitalizing on his sole shot of the match. Nethery scored once, converting two of his three shots on goal.

The next challenge for West Liberty comes as they travel to Pittsburgh, Pa., to face Point Park Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.