Lehman College defeated Sarah Lawrence College 3-0 in men's soccer in the season opener for both teams in a contest played at Tibbetts Park in Yonkers. It was the same result as last year in a game played on the South Field.
The Lightning got on the board in the 14
th minute when
Omar Moro found the back net. It was the second time in as many years that Moro tallied against Gryphons. Both goals were the game winners.
Salh Alzubidi doubled the Lightning advantage five minutes into the second half when he scored on a header inside the box. Six minutes from the end Alzubidi struck again for the final margin of victory.
Keeper
Chris Mulholland posted a clean sheet and was credited with five saves.
Alzubidi began his senior season just like he performed in his junior campaign. During the 2017 season, the Westchester Community College transfer paced the Lightning and led the CUNYAC with 17 goals. He also scored two goals against Sarah Lawrence last year.
The Lightning return to action on Wednesday when the travel to Mahwah, NJ to face Ramapo College at 4 PM.