Bellarmine University men's soccer team kicked off their season with a 3-2 victory over Evansville, marking several milestones. Matt Cannady secured his first win as head coach, while Sawyer Gribble, Ryan Boyd, and Gavin Crowe scored their first career goals. The Knights quickly took control, leading 1-0 in the eighth minute and maintaining the edge despite a late penalty against them. This victory continues Bellarmine's momentum following a successful 2025 campaign where they finished strong in the ASUN Gold Division.

By the Numbers
  • Bellarmine's first victory of the season, improving to 1-0.
  • Four players scored their first career goals in this match, including Gribble and Boyd.
  • Evansville recorded 13 total shots, while Bellarmine had 12, with a 7-5 shot-on-target advantage for the Knights.
State of Play
  • Bellarmine started the season successfully under new head coach Matt Cannady.
  • The Knights are looking to build on their performance as they prepare for an upcoming match against Xavier.
What's Next

Bellarmine will play against Xavier at 7 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, aiming to continue their winning streak and build on their successful start to the season.

Bottom Line

The Knights' strong start under Cannady highlights a transitional phase for the team, and their ability to secure early victories may set a positive tone for the remainder of the season. This early success reflects both the potential of new players and the leadership of a former assistant stepping into his first head coaching role.