Tides Turned

NANAIMO - The Mariners were gunning to build upon their first win of the season, but the visitors from Capilano took all three points in a 2-1 VIU loss.

This loss marked the fourth loss in six games for the Mariners--all losses by only one goal.

Aydin Ali was the story for Capilano as the first-year player scored both Blues goals: a one-time shot after a corner kick in the 22nd minute and a low shot that deflected in off a Mariners defender in the 48th. 

VIU striker Brian Bland scored for the Mariners in the 35th minute: an excellent run on to a long through ball from Maxwell Dadzie. Bland headed the ball forward, outran the Capilano defender, and deflected the ball forward in a near-collision with the Capilano goalkeeper. From his stomach, Bland watched the ball bounce into the net before celebrating with his teammates.

The Mariners outshot the Blues 10-5 (5-2 on target) but couldn't get enough momentum for an equalizer in a game that got increasingly chippy and featured seven yellow cards.

Up Next

The Mariners head back to the Lower Mainland to play the Langara Falcons on Saturday, September 27 (3:30 pm at Willoughby Park) and the Douglas Royals on Sunday, September 28 (2:30 pm at Town Centre Park).

For more information, contact Matt Carter, VIU Mariners Communications & Sports Information Coordinator.