Rowan University’s men’s soccer team registered a notable victory against #11 Wesleyan (CT), winning 2-0 in the Second Round of the 2025 NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer Championship. This triumph marks their first advancement to the NCAA Sweet 16 since 2019.
Key Highlights of the Match
- Goals: Carill Asanji and Johnny Troiano scored for Rowan.
- Shutout: Travis Holiday achieved his fifth consecutive shutout.
- Next Opponent: Rowan will face Emory University on November 22 at 3:30 p.m.
- Location: The upcoming match will take place at the University of Lynchburg.
Game Recap
The scoring opened just before halftime when Asanji capitalized on an error by Wesleyan’s goalkeeper, Mathis Blanc. He scored at 43:05, marking his second game-winning goal of the season.
Shortly after the second half began, Rowan extended their lead. Aiden McGuigan delivered a long pass to Troiano, who fired a shot from outside the box at 46:29 for his 19th goal of the year.
Defensive Performance
Rowan’s goalkeeper, Travis Holiday, showcased impressive form with six saves during the match. Despite Wesleyan outshooting the Profs 20-10, Holiday’s performance was pivotal in securing the clean sheet.
With this victory, Rowan advances to the Sweet 16, demonstrating their strong capabilities in this year’s tournament.
