Weekend Preview: Pushing for Points
VIU goes looking for results on the road at Capilano and Langara
NANAIMO – The Mariners were held without points but were buoyed by some solid performances in the first weekend of the season. VIU hopes to turn that play into an ascent in the standings after road games at Capilano University and Langara College.
When & Where
- Saturday, September 13 versus the Capilano Blues (1-1) at Lillooet Park in North Vancouver, 3:30 pm
- Sunday, September 14 versus the Langara Falcons (1-1) at the Langley Events Centre, 2:30 pm
Games are free to attend.
Tune In
Games will be streamed live on YouTube.
Head-To-Head in 2024
After VIU and Capilano split two September games last season, the Blues held the Mariners to one point over the final weekend when the Mariners needed a win to claim a postseason spot.
The Mariners dropped three of four games versus the PACWEST champion Falcons last season but defeated Langara on the road thanks to a memorable Charlie Smith winning goal.
Watch Out Now
Capilano: striker Sebastian Cirotto was a PACWEST all-star last season and led the conference with eight goals. He already has two this season.
Langara: Edmonton's Maslah Farah leads the conference in goals with three: a hat-trick scored in a season opening win.
VIU: Declan Brown was active all over the pitch in VIU's opening weekend and was named team athlete of the week. Brian Bland, Charlie Smith, and Josh Rayner hit the scoresheet for the Mariners in Week #1.
On the Horizon
After this weekend, the Mariners return home for September 20 and 21 games against Capilano. These games represent the first time PACWEST regular season games will be played at Harewood Cenntennial Park (East Turf). Kickoff is scheduled for 3 pm on both days.
For more information, please contact VIU Mariners Communications & Sports Information Coordinator Matt Carter.