Marquette was victorious in its first exhibition match of the 2008 men's soccer season as the Golden Eagles scored the game-winning goal in the 88th minute Sunday to defeat Cardinal Stritch by a final tally of 2-1 at Valley Fields.

Over 700 kids of all ages took part in Marquette soccer's 2nd Annual Fest Fest, which took place Saturday at Valley Fields. Participants were treated to free food and games and free admission to watch the MU women's soccer team defeat Wisconsin 2-1 in an exhibition match and the men's soccer Blue vs. Gold intrasquad scrimmage.

Marquette men's soccer officially kicked off its 2008 fall season Friday as anticipation, technical drills and fitness exercises filled the first day of training camp at Valley Fields.