BALTIMORE — Tyler Flynn's goal in the 89th minute lifted Loyola Maryland to a 1-1 draw against Navy on Saturday afternoon at Ridley Athletic Complex, capping a spirited second-half surge for the Greyhounds in Patriot League play.

Flynn, a junior midfielder, found the back of the net off a well-placed assist from Richie Nichols, who orchestrated the attack in the midfield. The goal marked Flynn's first of the season and came just minutes before the final whistle.

Loyola Maryland (3-9-2, 2-4-1 Patriot League) dominated the offensive stats, outshooting Navy 22-7 and earning five corner kicks to the Midshipmen's three. Nichols led the charge with six shots and an assist, while goalkeeper Connor O'Keefe made a key save to keep the Greyhounds within striking distance.

Navy (3-6-7, 0-4-3) opened the scoring in the 58th minute when Nick Gallucci converted a pass from Stephen Nelson. Despite the early lead, the Midshipmen struggled to maintain possession and generate chances in the second half, managing just one shot after halftime.

Loyola's defense held firm, with Oscar Halls and Kayin Oladinni anchoring the back line and limiting Navy's attacking options. The Greyhounds' relentless pressure paid off late, as Flynn's equalizer punctuated a dominant half that saw Loyola fire 15 shots.

The result is a crucial point for Loyola in the Patriot League standings, as they were seventh in the conference entering today. Loyola will return to Ridley next Friday in another crucial matchup, as they will host Army.