PITTSFORD, N.Y. – The St. John Fisher men's soccer team improved their record to 4-3-1 on the season with a 3-1 victory over the Elmira Soaring Eagles on Wednesday night at Growney Stadium.
How it Happened
Fisher controlled the opening 45 minutes, taking a 2–0 lead into halftime while out-shooting Elmira 8-1 and holding a 3-0 advantage in shots on goal. In the tenth minute, Jack Tamburino struck a ball off the post, setting up sophomore Liam Furmansky to head in the first goal of his collegiate career.
Six minutes later, Adam Grover logged a one-touch finish from a beautiful cross-assist by Tamburino. The Fisher defense denied any opportunity for a shot on goal for the Soaring Eagles in the first half.
In the second half, the Cardinals extended their lead to 3-0 after freshman Carter Lenahan scored his second goal of the season, assisted by Furmansky. Elmira found the left corner of the net in the 70th minute after Luka Tatanashvili made it 3-1.
The Cardinals held a 12-11 edge in second-half shots and earned five corners, while Fisher goalkeeper Parker Stusek made seven saves to help preserve a 3-1 lead late in the match.
Game Notes
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Furmansky headed in the first goal of his career in the 10th minute. The first point of Furmansky's career also came against Elmira with an assist on Sept. 13, 2025.
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Freshman Carter Lenahan scored his second collegiate goal.
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The Cardinals produced season highs in both shots and shots on goal, finishing with 20 shots and 10 on goal.
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Goalkeeper Parker Stusek surpassed 100 career saves with seven in the contest.
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Tonight extends Fisher's unbeaten streak against Elmira to 12 consecutive games, with a 7-0-5 record since 2016.
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The Cardinals have now won their last eight home meetings against Elmira since their lone home loss in the series in 2010.
Up Next
The Cardinals are back at Growney Stadium on Saturday for a matchup against Keuka College. Kickoff is set for noon.
