DeLAND, Fla. — The Stetson Hatters and the Jacksonville Dolphins battled to a scoreless draw on Saturday night at the Athletic Training Center, marking the second consecutive 0-0 result between the two programs.
Both teams tallied seven shots with three on target, but neither side was able to break through. Graduate goalkeeper Nicolò Radaelli came up big for the Hatters, making three key second-half saves to preserve the shutout. With the clean sheet, Radaelli moved into sole possession of fourth place in program history with nine career shutouts.
Offensively, Andres Freire led Stetson with three shots, including two on goal, while graduate midfielder Dominik Topolsky added one shot on target to keep the pressure on the Dolphins' defense.
The Hatters move to 4-4-1 overall and 1-0-1 in ASUN play following the result, while Jacksonville sits at 2-5-2 and 0-1-1 in league action. The draw also extends Stetson's unbeaten streak in conference play, which dates back to October 28, 2023.
Stetson will hit the road for a break in conference play to face the South Florida Bulls in Tampa on Tuesday. The match is set for 7:00 PM and will be streamed on ESPN+.
About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.
