HPU tops Chaminade in men’s soccer opener

The Hawaii Pacific men’s soccer team defeated Chaminade 2-0 in a nonconference match Saturday at Saint Louis Field. It was the season opener for both teams.

The Sharks scored in the 16th minute when Kona Gibson put a shot past Silverswords goalkeeper Bernd Buescherhoff. HPU added an insurance goal by Brais Garcia in the 72nd minute.

HPU outshot Chaminade 18-8 and held a 9-1 advantage in shots on goal.

HPU plays BYU-Hawaii on Monday in Laie, and Chaminade will face the Seasiders in Laie on Sept. 13.