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West Long Branch, NJ - Manhattan (0-6-1) opens MAAC play against Monmouth (1-4-2) in the MAAC opener for each team on the Great Lawn Tuesday, September 27 at 7:00 pm.
Bright Lights, Big Stage
Fans can catch the MAAC-opening match for each team on ESPN3 at 7:00 pm.
The Series
The Hawks own a 7-1-2 edge in the all-time series, including going 3-0-2 since the teams became MAAC rivals in 2013.
Close Calls
The five match-ups between the teams have produced two scoreless draws and three Monmouth wins by a single goal. Last year, the Hawks posted a double-overtime victory before posting a one-goal victory over the Jaspers in the MAAC Quarterfinals.
A Year Ago
Juniors Troy Carrington and Ajani Phillips each scored goals against Monmouth.
Impressive
The Hawks are 23-3-12 against MAAC opposition since joining the league, including going 18-2-10 in the regular season.
With A Win ...
Manhattan would become the first-ever MAAC school to defeat Monmouth on the Great Lawn as the Hawks own a 14-0-2 record at home against the other 10 schools in the league.
About Monmouth
The Hawks struggled out of the gates in dropping four of their first six matches before rebounding to defeat Howard by a 1-0 count the last time out.
Home Opener
The Jaspers welcome Canisius to Riverdale for their MAAC home opener on Saturday, October 1 with opening kick slated for 7:00 pm.
About The Golden Griffins
Canisius tied MAAC preseason favorite Rider in the league opener for each team this past Saturday and are 4-4-1.
With A Victory ...
Manhattan would defeat its Western New York rival for the first time since the 2011 season.
Last Year Against Canisius
Senior Brian DeLaurentis notched his first collegiate goal in a 3-1 Jasper loss in Buffalo.