VERONA, Wis. – The Edgewood University men's soccer team hosted No. 9 University of Chicago in non-conference action on Tuesday. The Eagles struggled to slow down the fast-paced Maroons, falling 4-0 in the non-conference contest.

HOW IT HAPPENED
- Tuesday's contest was halted just two minutes into the contest due to lightening in the area. After a significant delay, the non-conference battle resumed, and the University of Chicago (10-2-0) scored the first goal of the evening in the 28th minute. Edward Wu sailed his shot into the top left corner for a 1-0 lead.

- The Maroons 1-0 advantage held into halftime. Edgewood University (5-5-3) struggled offensively in the opening half. The Eagles were outshot 18-4 through the opening 45 minutes, with only one shot on target from Francisco Dubon in the 33rd minute.

- UChicago didn't let up in the second half, scoring three times in the second half. Preston Samtani scored the Maroons second goal in the 51st minute. Chase Perry found the back of the net in the 67th minute, while Max Weene added the fourth and final goal in the 85th minute.

- Edgewood University put two shots on target in the second half. Cristian Torres-Gale made UChicago goalkeeper Josh Nimeroff work in the 48th minute with strong shot in the box. Connor Gage added a lazer in the 72nd minute that was saved by Nimeroff.

- Griffin Meisterheim recorded the start in net for the Eagles, making six saves across 45 minutes. Joseph Phillips made his collegiate debut, recording six saves in the second half.

UP NEXT
- Edgewood University will have a quick turnaround, traveling to Marian on Wednesday. Action is set for 7:00 p.m. from Fond du Lac, Wis.