WASHINGTON, D.C. — Stonehill and Howard battled to a 1-1 draw on Sunday, extending both teams' struggles in NCAA Division I play. The Skyhawks (5-9-3) struck first through Nate Monteiro's goal in the 29th minute, but Daniil Kaban equalized for the Bison (5-10-2) in the 72nd minute, assisted by Ian Campbell, leaving neither side satisfied with the result.
The first half belonged to Stonehill, which controlled possession and created the game's opening breakthrough. Monteiro's 29th-minute strike gave the visitors a 1-0 advantage heading into halftime. Howard responded with intensity after the break, pressing higher and generating more attacking opportunities as the match wore on.
Kaban's equalizer came from close range in the 72nd minute when Campbell found him in the box, restoring parity after nearly 45 minutes of Stonehill's lead. The goal capped a second-half surge by the home side, which generated seven corner kicks compared to Stonehill's three.
Stonehill's defense proved resilient despite Howard's pressure. The Skyhawks recorded five shots on goal and limited the Bison to three, showcasing disciplined positioning throughout. Nathan Lagoa drew a yellow card for unsporting conduct in the 60th minute but remained a defensive presence for the visitors.
Howard's goalkeeper made four saves to preserve the draw, while Stonehill's keeper recorded two stops. Both teams struggled to convert chances into goals, with Stonehill managing