CLEVELAND, Miss. — The Delta State University men's soccer team played Mississippi Christian to a 0-0 draw Wednesday afternoon at Delta Field, with goalkeeper Daniel Santema recording seven saves to help the Statesmen secure the result.
Delta State (2-9-3) faced early pressure from the Choctaws (3-5-4), who recorded 14 shots in the opening half. Santema and the Statesmen defense held firm, keeping Mississippi Christian off the scoreboard despite the visitors' attacking opportunities.
The Statesmen generated one shot in the first half but found more offensive rhythm after the break, recording eight shots in the second half. Delta State finished with nine shots, including three on target, while earning eight corner kicks.
Santema played all 90 minutes in goal, finishing with seven saves and recording his second shutout of the season. The Statesmen goalkeeper came up with several key stops to keep the match level as Mississippi Christian continued to press throughout the contest.
Delta State's offense created additional opportunities late in the second half, using a series of corner kicks to threaten the Choctaws' defense. The Statesmen recorded four corner kicks in the final 15 minutes, but neither side found the breakthrough.
Mississippi Christian finished with 21 shots, including seven on target, while Delta State's defensive effort limited the visitors to seven shots in the second half. Both teams finished with eight corner kicks.
The draw moves Delta State to 2-9-3 overall and 0-6-2 in Gulf South Conference play.
The Statesmen will look to build on Wednesday's defensive performance as they continue their 2026-27 campaign with a trip to Mobile Saturday afternoon to face the Badgers from Spring Hill College. Kickoff will be approximately after the women's contest.
