Randall's Island, NY----The Brooklyn College men's soccer team played to a 1-1 draw in their regular season finale on the road against John Jay on Saturday. Brooklyn moves to 7-3-5 (4-2-1 CUNYAC) with the conference tie while the Bloodhounds go to 7-7-1 (3-3-1 CUNYAC). Next Up: BC will await their seeding for the upcoming CUNYAC Championship Tournament with the First Round beginning on Wednesday.
Brooklyn controlled much of the offensive action, outshooting John Jay by a 20-15 margin. Both teams put 12 shots on target, while Bulldogs goalkeeper Juan Carlos Solis Cazares delivered an outstanding performance with 11 saves.
After a scoreless opening half, the Bulldogs continued to apply pressure following the break. Brooklyn generated several scoring opportunities, with Barreto and Jorge Gonzalez Lasala leading the attack. Gonzalez Lasala finished with five shots, including two on goal, while Barreto recorded a game-high seven shots.
Brooklyn broke through in the 63rd minute when Barreto converted a penalty kick to give the Bulldogs a 1-0 advantage. The goal capped a persistent offensive effort as Brooklyn looked to secure the road victory.
The Bulldogs maintained their lead into the closing stages, but John Jay pulled even in the 84th minute. Josh Clemas scored off an assist from Daniel Mansur to bring the match level at 1-1.
Brooklyn continued to look for a late winner, but neither side found another goal before the final whistle.
Solis Cazares finished with 11 saves to help the Bulldogs earn the draw, matching John Jay goalkeeper Davio Rossi-Levin, who also recorded 11 saves. Brooklyn additionally held a 4-2 advantage in corner kicks.
