Wayne, N.J. (10/24/07) - Kean University came from behind as senior Konrad Kruczek (Clifton, N.J.) tallied two goals to defeat the host Pioneers, 3-1, Wednesday evening in soggy men's soccer action at William Paterson University. With the win the Cougars improve to 9-10 overall and 4-5 in New Jersey Athletic Conference play. The NJAC win also keeps Kean's post-season potential alive. The Cougars will learn their fate tomorrow as The College of New Jersey travels to Rowan University at 7:00 p.m.

In tonight's action, the Pioneers (8-9-1, 2-7 NJAC) got on the board with thirty seconds remaining in the first half for a 1-0 advantage heading into halftime. Kean then responded quickly into the second half as Kruczek tied things up off a pass from freshman Jerry Saintil (East Orange, N.J.) at 45:50. Just three minutes later, Kruczek recorded the game-winner again off a Saintil assist. Senior Thomas Fink (Hamilton, N.J.) added an insurance goal off a pass from Jeff Fisher (Lawrence, N.J.) at 55:03.

This was the first time this season that the Cougars won after trailing to begin the match.

Senior Kyle Crego (Ocean City, N.J.) tallied three saves in goal in the win.

The Cougars held a large 17-7 advantage in shots while edging WPU, 4-1 in corners.

Stay tuned to the Kean Athletics website tomorrow evening for NJAC Tournament updates.