Week 8 Penn State Hazleton Mens Soccer Recap

Penn State Hazleton vs. Penn State Schuylkill (L 2–12; 10/15/2025)

Hazleton matched Schuylkill stride for stride in the second half, with Nuredin Gjoca sparking the offense by scoring unassisted at the 64:24 mark. Braulio Sanchez added a well-finished goal in the 74th minute, converted from an assist by Ian Barbini, as Hazleton's attack tallied 10 shots on goal and 15 total attempts against aggressive defending. Ian Barbini led all Hazleton players with 6 shots and 5 on goal, showcasing persistent pressure in the final third, while Sanchez and Gjoca added 4 and 2 shots, respectively.
Goalkeeper Thomas Yuppa turned aside 9 shots, keeping Hazleton competitive through a first half that saw Schuylkill generate 21 shots on target. Hazleton picked up 6 corners and maintained discipline throughout, with the attack lifting late to break through a stout Schuylkill defense. The team's ability to add two second-half goals on the road marks a positive for prospects moving forward.