WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — The West Liberty University men's soccer team returns to the road Wednesday night for an important Mountain East Conference matchup against Point Park, with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m. at F.N.B. Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The Hilltoppers enter the contest at 6-5-3 overall and 4-5-2 in conference play after earning back-to-back draws. West Liberty played to a 1-1 tie against Frostburg State on Oct. 14 before battling Davis & Elkins to a scoreless draw Sunday. Goalkeeper Shai'ya Fitzgerald delivered 10 saves against the Senators to preserve the shutout against a team ranked No. 11 nationally and No. 2 in the Atlantic Region.

Fitzgerald has been a steady presence in goal for the Hilltoppers, ranking second in the MEC with 59 saves and posting a .819 save percentage through 13 appearances. West Liberty has allowed just 15 goals in 14 matches, with a 1.07 goals-against average as a team.

Offensively, sophomore midfielder Leyton Collier has been a key contributor, ranking among the MEC leaders with 32 shots and averaging 2.67 shots per game. The Hilltoppers have scored 21 goals this season, including six in a 6-0 victory over West Virginia Wesleyan on Oct. 11.

Point Park enters Wednesday's matchup at 5-6-3 overall and 4-5-1 in MEC play. The Pioneers have dropped their last two contests, falling 4-1 at Charleston on Oct. 11 before suffering a 1-0 loss at Frostburg State on Sunday. Point Park has scored 16 goals this season while allowing 20.

Sophomore forward Hector Moreno leads the Pioneers with six goals, while goalkeeper Anthony Fusay has recorded 42 saves through 14 appearances.

The matchup carries added importance in the MEC standings. West Liberty currently sits third in the North Division with 14 conference points, while Point Park follows with 13 points. A Hilltopper victory would provide valuable separation as both teams continue their push toward the MEC Tournament.

West Liberty won the first meeting between the teams this season, earning a 3-2 victory at the West Family Athletic Complex on Sept. 9. The Hilltoppers will look to complete the season sweep Wednesday night and return to the win column.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at F.N.B. Stadium in Pittsburgh.



West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students' aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Learn more at westliberty.edu.