Game Recap
Junior Mitch Cancilla scored the game's only goal in the 49th minute and redshirt-junior Marco Trivellato made one save for his first collegiate shutout, as the host Golden Griffins defeated Incarnate Word 1-0 Friday night at the Demske Sports Complex. The win, Canisius' first improved the Griffs to 1-2-0 on the year, while the Cardinals slipped to 0-3-0.

The win was the 100th career victory for Canisius head coach Dermot McGrane. Canisius ended the game with a 13-8 advantage on shots and the Griffs held a 7-2 margin on corner kicks.

After playing a scoreless first half, the Griffs got on the board after Cancilla finished off a crossing pass from five-yards out. That crossing pass was sent through by sophomore teammate Melvin Blair. The goal is the first in Cancilla's career as a Griff, and the assist marks the first point of the season for Blair.

Incarnate Word goalkeeper Jorge Guzman made four stops in goal for the Cardinals in the losing effort.

Coach McGrane Postgame Comments
“As I watched the first half unfold tonight, I thought we were in for the same thing [as the first two games] where we had a lot of good chances, but the goals just weren't there. I challenged the boys at halftime to get that quality in front of the goal and it was nice to see us score in the first five minutes of the second half.”

“Our defense is an experienced group back there and they are gelling very well. Teams are trying to play long balls into us, and our guys are winning everything. We were unfortunate in the last game because [Buffalo] scored on a scramble in front of the goal. Tonight, I don't think we gave anything away.”

“The big thing is for our boys to enjoy this win tonight. You work hard to win games. When you get wins, you need to take a moment to relax and enjoy the moment. We'll get back out tomorrow and get a cool-down and start preparing for Stony Brook on Sunday.”