PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. – Pace University Men's Soccer closed out its 2026 season on Monday afternoon, falling 2-0 to St. Thomas Aquinas College at Northwell Stadium. The Setters finished the campaign with a 5-9-3 overall record and a 1-7-1 mark in Northeast 10 Conference play.
Pace came out looking to establish an early offensive presence, with
Jevan Khan putting a shot on goal just 24 seconds into the contest. The Setters continued to generate opportunities throughout the opening half, earning three corner kicks while limiting the Spartans to three shots.
Matthew Molina tested the opposing goalkeeper in the 38th minute, but St. Thomas Aquinas broke the scoreless tie at the 42:53 mark to take a 1-0 lead into halftime.
The Blue and Gold increased their offensive pressure following the break, recording six second-half shots and four corner kicks.
Eric Garcia forced a save in the 57th minute before Khan and Molina added attempts during the same stretch.
Pace continued searching for an equalizer as the second half progressed, with
Joshua Zapata,
Daniel Santos and
Thiago Lugo each generating scoring opportunities. However, the Spartans extended their advantage in the 79th minute to secure the victory.
Khan led the Setters with three shots, while Molina added two attempts. Garcia recorded a shot on goal, and goalkeeper
Joe Zweben finished with three saves.
Pace held a 9-8 advantage in total shots and a 7-2 edge in corner kicks, placing three attempts on target.
Monday's contest marked the conclusion of the 2026 season for the Setters, who wrapped up their campaign in front of their home crowd at Northwell Stadium.
