A late second-half goal thwarted the Hope College men's soccer team's bid for victory in the first Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association match of the season.

The Flying Dutchmen were edged 1-0 at Alma on Tuesday after the Scots broke a scoreless tie with 8 minutes, 53 seconds remaining in regulation.

Freshman goalie Blair McCormick of Wadsworth, Illinois (Warren Township HS) made three saves for Hope (2-4, 0-1 MIAA).

The Flying Dutchmen put six shots on goal to four for Alma (5-1, 1-0 MIAA).

Hope returns to action on Saturday, Sept. 17 at Van Andel Soccer Stadium against Calvin. Kickoff is 7 p.m.