HAMBURG, N.Y. – Hilbert Men's Soccer opened the 2026 season Tuesday evening at Hawk Field, falling to Houghton College, 5-0.
The visitors struck early, taking a 1-0 lead in the sixth minute after Hilbert freshman goalie
Colten Wolowski stopped the first shot he faced between the pipes.
Following the opening goal, Houghton continued to create chances throughout the opening half and eventually doubled the advantage in the 43rd minute to send the Highlanders into halftime with a 2-0 lead.
Hilbert's defense battled throughout the evening behind a strong effort from Wolowski, who turned away 13 shots in his first collegiate action. However, Houghton added three more goals in the second half, striking in the 55
th, 58th and the 75th minutes to secure the season-opening victory.
Hamso Dagane recorded Hilbert's lone shot attempt of the match early in the second half.
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The Hawks make the short trip to take on Bryant & Stratton Buffalo on Thursday for a 6 pm kickoff.
