CASTINE, Maine — The Maine Maritime Academy men's soccer team battled the University of Southern Maine to a 1-1 tie at home Tuesday evening in non-conference action.

Maine Maritime (1-1-4) struck for the opening goal in the 16th minute when senior John-John Dickenson found junior James Baur for a 1-0 lead.

The Mariners closed the opening half with a 6-4 edge in shots and the only shot on goal.

Southern Maine (0-2-5) came out strong in the second half, applying pressure before tying the match in the 60th minute.
The Huskies had two late chances to take the lead, but a penalty kick struck the crossbar and junior Reagan Moynihan made a diving save to keep the game even at 1-1.

USM finished the second half with an 8-3 advantage in shots and a 2-1 edge in shots on goal.

Maine Maritime visits reigning North Atlantic Conference champion Thomas College on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.