MILLIGAN COLLEGE, TN (October 21, 2006)---The Milligan College men’s soccer team defeated visiting Cumberland (Tenn.) University by a score of 2-1 Saturday night at Anglin Field.

The Buffs’ David Lilly (Coatbridge, Scotland) got the scoring started in the 13^th minute. Milligan did not relinquish the lead.

Michael Johnson (Indianapolis, Ind.) tacked on the second goal just after halftime in the 47^th minute.

Cumberland was able to cut the lead to one in the 51^st minute, but unable to rally to tie the game as Milligan controlled the ball for much of the second half, out shooting Cumberland by a count of 14-5.

Milligan goalkeeper Jordan Fode (Surrey, British Columbia, Canada) recorded five saves for the Buffs in the victory.

The win moves Milligan’s record to 11-6 overall. The Buffs finished 7-1 in Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) play. Cumberland falls to 6-8 overall with the loss.

Milligan will return to action Monday, Oct. 23 at 3:30 p.m. in Brevard, N.C., against Brevard College. The AAC Conference Tournament is set to begin Oct. 28.