ARLINGTON, Va. -- Marymount men's soccer is set to take on Rowan University in the opening round of the NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Tournament on Saturday, November 14, at noon in Glassboro, N.J. The matchup features two conference champions looking to extend their seasons on the national stage.

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The Saints enter the tournament following a successful postseason run, capturing the Atlantic East Conference Championship after finishing a perfect 7-0 in conference play. Marymount continued its momentum by defeating Immaculata 2-0 to secure the conference title and earn its place in the NCAA Tournament.

Marymount's success this season has been fueled by a record-breaking defensive effort, recording 11 shutouts, the most in program history. Senior defender and Atlantic East Championship Tournament MVP Matthew Guzman-Veizaga has helped lead the Saints' backline throughout the season. In goal, Adam Elonai has started 20 of 21 games, recording 56 saves with a 78% save percentage.

Leading the offensive attack is senior Erick Shoetter-Rojas, who has started all 21 games this season, totaling 14 goals and four assists. His scoring presence will be an important factor as the Saints face one of their toughest tests of the season.

Standing across the field will be a Rowan squad that has put together an impressive season of its own. The Profs enter the tournament with a 13-1-4 overall record and are ranked first in Region IV and 10th in the NCAA Power Index (NPI) after defeating ninth-ranked Montclair State. Rowan claimed the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) Championship, defeating the Red Hawks in a 5-4 penalty shootout following a draw.

Rowan's offensive attack is led by Evan Vilaboy, who has started all 18 games this season and leads the team with 11 goals and six assists. Between the posts, goalkeeper Mike Moore has been a consistent presence, starting all 18 games and posting a 13-1-4 record with 35 saves and a 73% save percentage.

With both programs coming off conference championships and bringing accomplished seasons into the national tournament, the matchup presents a compelling test for the Saints as they look to continue their postseason run and make their mark on the national stage.
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