SAINT LEO, Fla. — Saint Leo delivered an offensive showcase Sunday afternoon at University Turf, defeating Montevallo 24–10 behind a relentless attack and balanced scoring effort. The Lions controlled the tempo from the opening whistle and never trailed, showcasing depth across the offense while the defense limited sustained scoring runs.
First Quarter:
Saint Leo wasted no time setting the tone, striking for five goals in the opening period as crisp passing and aggressive dodges created early separation. Senior Greg Palmer ignited the attack with multiple early finishes, helping the Lions build a 5–1 advantage after the first.
Second Quarter:
The Lions erupted for their most explosive stretch of the day, pouring in nine goals while dominating possession and transition opportunities. Senior Aidan Knoetgen orchestrated the offense with sharp feeds, while sophomore Brady Moltisanti and senior Tristan LeBlanc added key finishes to push Saint Leo to a commanding 14–5 halftime lead.
Third Quarter:
Saint Leo maintained control coming out of the break, continuing to move the ball efficiently and capitalizing on extra man opportunities. Goals from seniors John Raucci and Ben Baker helped extend the lead as the Lions carried an 18–8 advantage into the final quarter.
Fourth Quarter:
The Lions closed the game with another scoring surge, netting six fourth-quarter goals to seal the dominant victory. Palmer capped his standout performance late, while multiple Lions found the scoresheet to highlight the team's offensive depth in the season's second win.
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