Match Recap: USC Sumter Earns Hard-Fought Draw at Daytona State

In a tightly contested defensive battle, USC Sumter and Daytona State College played to a 0–0 draw, with both teams unable to break through despite multiple chances. The Fire Ants showed resilience on the road, anchored by a stellar performance from goalkeeper Martin Pastrello, who recorded 8 saves to keep the clean sheet.

Daytona State applied consistent pressure, registering 17 total shots and 9 on goal, but Pastrello's composure and positioning denied them at every turn. USC Sumter managed 6 shots, with Ciro Ottado and Luciano Viejo each putting one on target, but Daytona's keeper Dikola Douglas matched the effort with 2 saves of his own.

�� Key Performers

USC Sumter

• Martin Pastrello (GK) – 8 saves, 90 minutes played
• Ciro Ottado & Luciano Viejo – 1 shot on goal each
• Sullivan Epps – Active in midfield with 1 shot

Daytona State College

• Josue Youta – 4 shots, 3 on goal
• Carlos Rojas – 3 shots, 2 on goal
• Joachim Kyei – 4 shots, 2 on goal
• Dikola Douglas (GK) – 2 saves, 90 minutes played

��️ Defensive Grit

USC Sumter's back line, including Johnny Brangman, Lautaro Guerra, and Gerg Toussaint, absorbed wave after wave of attacks, maintaining shape and discipline throughout the match.

�� Discipline

The match saw a few cautions:

• USC Sumter: Yellow cards to Henry Kohel and Gerg Toussaint
• Daytona State: Yellow cards to Giovanni Donzetti and Bismark Ayamba

�� Team Stats

��️ Coach's View

USC Sumter's coaching staff will be encouraged by the team's defensive resilience and goalkeeping excellence. While the offense couldn't find the net, the Fire Ants proved they can hold their own against high-volume attacking teams on the road.