Playing on the road for the third straight game to open the 2022 season, the Tompkins Cortland Community College men's soccer team lost to Onondaga Community College 5-0 on Saturday. The Panthers are now 1-2 overall and 1-1 in Region 3. Onondaga improves to 1-0-1 overall and in Region 3.

Onondaga moved ahead very early with a goal in the opening minutes. Two more before the half gave the Lazers a 3-0 lead at the break. A goal on penalty kick and a capper in the closing minutes provided the final margin.

Goalkeeper Jeremy McGrath (Henderson Harbor/Belleville Henderson H.S.) had a solid effort with 15 saves against the Lazers strong attack.

Looking ahead

The Panthers host Erie Community College for the home opener on Wednesday, September 7.