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Duke Hosts South Carolina for Exhibition Saturday
8/16/2019 2:55:00 PM | Men's Soccer
DURHAM, N.C.—With three days of preseason training in the books, the Duke men's soccer team will put their early work to the test in an exhibition game against South Carolina this Saturday, Aug. 17 at 5 p.m. It will be the first opponent for both the Blue Devils and Gamecocks.
Game Details
The game will kick off at Koskinen Stadium at 5:05 pm. There will be live stats, but no live video for exhibition games. Admission is free and parking is in the Science Drive Parking Garage. The concession stand will be open for fans to purchase food and drinks throughout the game.
Frick's Preseason Thoughts
Junior defender Matthias Frick returns to help anchor the backline as a talented physical and vocal presence. The Austria native is expected to have a breakout season as a defensive standout after a spectacular spring and outstanding start to preseason. He also sees a lot of potential in the Blue Devils' veteran returning team.
On the team's form so far in preseason
“We've started well. With captains' practices, we had some very good practices together. Yesterday with the seperators in the morning and just did a little technical work after. In the evening, unfortunately the weather was in our way. But today in the 9v9, I saw a lot of good things offensively as well as defensively. Everyone was ready. Everyone was competing. I'm looking forward to a very good season.”
On his role this season
“I want to be a leader for the team. It's my third year now and I've played two seasons and I want to lead the team to a very great season. We have a chip on our shoulder from the last two years when we were out in the sweet 16. This year we want to get further. We have the experience and we know how to do it. We just got to deliver.”
Proch One of NCAA's 11 Players to Watch
Already on the Hermann Trophy Watch List, senior forward Daniele Proch recently was listed by NCAA Soccer as one of 11 players to watch. Proch is one of three players from the ACC recognized after having a breakout junior campaign in scoring 11 goals – more than double his sophomore total – and being named a Hermann Trophy semifinalist.
About South Carolina
The Gamecocks, playing in Conference USA, finished 7-10-0 last season. This marks the second consecutive season the two teams have played an exhibition game with last year ending in a 1-1 draw. Luca Mayr, the team's top scorer from a year ago, received preseason all-conference accolades. He finished with four goals and three assists for 11 points. Overall, the Gamecocks have nine freshmen on the roster and return two of the top four scorers and also have Justin Bauer back in goal after playing over 600 minutes last season. South Carolina was picked to finish sixth of eight teams in the Conference USA preseason poll.
Parking Information Saturday
Saturday will be a busy day at Duke Athletics. The Duke football team will host its annual Meet the Blue Devils day and host the inaugural movie night at Wallace Wade Stadium. Parking for the soccer match will be in the Science Drive Parking Garage on Cameron Blvd. Those with disabilities in need of accessible parking can park in Whitford Drive. All parking information can be found here: https://goduke.us/2Mg1uqo.
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