Phoenix Concludes Regular Season with Victory Over Tribe
The Elon University men’s soccer team concluded its regular season with a significant victory over William & Mary, clinching the CAA South Division title. This match took place on November 1, 2025, at Rudd Field in Elon, North Carolina, where the Phoenix entered with an impressive 4-0-3 home record.
Match Highlights
The Phoenix faced the Tribe in a decisive matchup. Elon finished the season with a record of 6-3-6, while William & Mary’s record stood at 2-9-4. Elon came into this match hopeful, tied for second place in the CAA South Division standings with 12 points.
Recent Performance
- The Phoenix suffered a recent loss against Campbell, breaking their streak of eight consecutive unbeaten matches in the CAA.
- Elon’s last victory before this match was crucial for their positioning within the division.
Elon vs. William & Mary: A Historical Context
Historically, Elon has faced William & Mary 16 times, boasting a record of 5-7-4 against them before this match. The teams had drawn 1-1 earlier in the season. Martin Kozak scored for Elon during that previous encounter, while Sam Delgado equalized for the Tribe with a penalty kick.
Key Players
Elon’s success can be attributed to several standout players:
- Martin Kozak: Leading the team with 10 points (3 goals, 4 assists).
- Jackson Leavitt: The goalkeeper has been pivotal with a goals-against average of 0.467 and has contributed to numerous clean sheets.
- Dominik Renz: A younger talent, Renz scored key game-winning goals and demonstrated his offensive capability this season.
Defensive Strength
Elon’s defense has been remarkable throughout the season, allowing only seven goals over 15 matches, which ranks them sixth in the nation for shutout percentage. The team posted nine clean sheets, with most coming at home.
William & Mary Overview
Entering this final match, William & Mary held a record of 1-5-1 in conference play. Their lone conference victory was against UNCW, and they had struggled overall, being outscored 40-12 during the season. Key players included Delgado, who led the Tribe with six points and two goals.
Post-Match Implications
With their victory, the Phoenix secured the top seed in the upcoming CAA Tournament. The team’s performance solidified their strength in the South Division and set a solid foundation for the postseason.
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