University of Victoria Athletics

Victoria, B.C. – The University of Victoria men's soccer team strengthened its playoff position with a commanding 3-0 victory over the UNBC Timberwolves on Oct. 16 at Centennial Stadium.
 
Victoria controlled the match from the opening whistle and was rewarded before halftime.

• The Vikes generated steady pressure throughout the first half, creating chances off corners and set pieces while limiting UNBC opportunities.
• Evan Larson broke the deadlock in the 18th minute, finishing a pass from Jack Napier-Ganley for his sixth goal of the season.
• Victoria carried a 1-0 lead into the break after outshooting the Timberwolves and controlling possession for much of the opening 45 minutes.

 
The Vikes kept their foot on the gas in the second half.

• Victoria continued to create quality chances after halftime, forcing several saves while maintaining pressure in the attacking third.
• Substitute Wesley Jones doubled the lead in the 76th minute, converting a setup from Alex Moody just 10 minutes after entering the match.
• Jones added his second goal of the night in the closing moments, sealing a 3-0 victory for the Vikes.

 
Notables

• The victory improves Victoria's record to 6-4-2 in Canada West play, while UNBC falls to 2-5-6.

 
The Vikes return to action on Oct. 17 when they host the UBC Okanagan Heat at Centennial Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:15 p.m.