FREDONIA, N.Y.—Houghton netted a pair of goals just over a minute apart early in the second half to defeat Buffalo State 2-0 today in the opening round of the Fredonia Blue Devils Classic.
 
THE BASICS
FINAL SCORE:  Houghton – 2, Buffalo State - 0
LOCATION: University Stadium - Fredonia, N.Y.
RECORDS: Houghton (3-1), Buffalo State (2-1)
 
HOW IT HAPPENED

• Buffalo State held a 16-10 advantage in shot attempts, but was unable to break through against the Highlanders. 
• After a scoreless first half, the Bengals conceded their first goal of the season in the 58^th minute.
• Houghton padded its lead just 1:04 later and held on for the two-goal victory.
• Andreas Queen (Stone Ridge/Rondout Valley) finished with three saves in goal for the Bengals.
• Buffalo State also had a 4-1 edge in corner kicks.

 
FOR THE FOES

• Ben Lawrence scored both goals for Houghton.
• Jordan Crouch made six saves to preserve the shutout.

 
UP NEXT
The Bengals will conclude the Fredonia Classic tomorrow against Alfred State at 4:30 p.m.