GWYNEDD VALLEY, Pa. – The Centenary University men's soccer team saw its 2026 season come to an end Saturday afternoon, falling to Gwynedd Mercy University, 3-1, in the opening round of the Atlantic East Conference Tournament.
After falling to the Griffins in their regular-season finale, the Cyclones returned to Gwynedd Valley looking for redemption. Gwynedd Mercy struck first in the 14th minute when Devario Gboho found the back of the net. Anthony Ramos extended the Griffins' advantage in the 40th minute, sending Centenary into halftime trailing 2-0.
The Cyclones battled back in the second half, generating 10 shots over the final 45 minutes. Centenary broke through in the 79th minute when Shane Gambarony netted his sixth goal of the season, cutting the deficit to 2-1. However, Gwynedd Mercy responded just over a minute later with a goal from Cillian Berkery to secure the 3-1 victory.
Gambarony led the offensive effort with a goal, while Raynaldo Hernandez recorded three shots, including two on goal. Goalkeeper Gavin Veres finished with eight saves in 90 minutes of action.
Centenary finished with 14 shots, including six on goal, while Gwynedd Mercy recorded 21 shots. The Cyclones held a 6-5 advantage in corner kicks.
With the loss, Centenary concludes its 2026 campaign with a 4-12-2 overall record, closing out the season with an appearance in the Atlantic East Conference Tournament.
