As the full moon rose on Saturday night, the shouting from the bleachers and field became louder on the San Diego State Sports Deck.
The SDSU men’s soccer team entered the field against Grand Canyon University with the goal of gaining momentum.
“We felt we needed to win,” junior defender Matt Callahan said. “We needed to push the tempo. It’s our home field. We needed to protect this field.”
SDSU’s determination was proven early on as Callahan scored in the ninth minute off a cross from junior defender Sergio Enriquez.
GCU became anxious and frustrated as they repeatedly attempted to shoot for goal, but fell off short.