No. 15 SMU opened its season with a solid 3-1 victory over Stetson at Washburne Stadium. Jaylinn Mitchell started the scoring early in the 14th minute, followed by a goal from Stephan Soghomonian at the 29th minute. Enzo Panozzo extended the lead to 3-0 before Stetson netted a consolation goal in the final minute. SMU dominated possession and outshot Stetson by a wide margin.

By the Numbers
  • SMU had 60% ball possession during the match.
  • SMU outshot Stetson 13 to 7.
  • Stephan Soghomonian notched his 15th career goal.
  • Jaylinn Mitchell recorded his 10th career assist.
Yes, But

While SMU showcased a strong offensive performance, they allowed Stetson to score in the final minute, raising questions about potential weaknesses in their defense as the season progresses.

State of Play
  • SMU is now 3-0 all-time against Stetson.
  • The Mustangs have not lost a season-opener in the past eight years.
  • Kevin Hudson's coaching record at home improves to 87-24-14.
What's Next

SMU will face its next challenge on the road against No. 4 Saint Louis on Monday, which will be a critical test for the team early in the season.

Bottom Line

The Mustangs' strong start positions them well for the season ahead, but the late goal conceded serves as a reminder that defensively, there is still room for improvement.