JACKSON, Miss. — The Millsaps men's soccer team continued to shine with a tremendous, teamwork effort, downing Centre College, 1-0 in the SAA opener on Friday night at Harper Davis Field.

The Majors' snapped an 12-match winless streak (0-11-1) against the Colonels, with the last win occurring on October 9, 2016.

Senior Michael Hamauei recorded 10 saves and secured his sixth career shutout in the 1-0 victory. The 10-save performance was the most by Hamauei in his collegiate career in a shutout.

Sophomore Ellis Dykes brought the heat offensively, scoring his third goal of the season, including three shots with two shots on goal. Freshman Christian Lopez contributed the only assist for the Majors in the match in an outstanding defensive performance.

The first half began with Millsaps (6-1-2, 1-0 SAA) taking an early lead, courtesy of a goal by Dykes in the 10th minute, assisted by Lopez. The Majors maintained pressure, with Hamauei making crucial saves against Centre (1-5-4, 0-1 SAA) attempts.

As the half progressed, Millsaps' defense held firm, repelling multiple corner kicks and shots from the visiting team. The home team closed the half leading 1-0, maintaining their advantage as they entered the break.

The Majors' defense held firm throughout the second half. Dykes provided a notable offensive opportunity for the Majors with a shot on goal in the 64th minute, but it was saved by Centre's goalkeeper.

The half was marked by several fouls and yellow cards, indicating a tense and competitive atmosphere. Millsaps managed to keep Centre scoreless, concluding the match with a 1-0 victory.

The Majors will be back in action to face Sewanee at Harper Davis Field on Sunday, beginning at 1:30 p.m. Live video and live stats will be available at gomajors.com.


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Founded in Jackson, Mississippi in 1890, Millsaps College is a national liberal arts college dedicated to academic excellence, open inquiry and free expression, the exploration of faith to inform vocation and the innovative shaping of the social, economic and cultural progress of our region. Consistently ranked as one of the best values in higher education, Millsaps has been praised by Colleges That Change Lives, The Princeton Review, Forbes Magazine, U.S. News & World Report, The John Templeton Foundation, and The Fiske Guide to Colleges.