It's finally his time

Brian Wickers isn’t your typical fifth-year senior.

The UC Davis men’s soccer starting goalkeeper had appeared in seven games, including just one start, coming into the season. But Wickers will be counted on to have more games like he did on Friday if the Aggies are going to have a successful year. The De La Salle graduate made six saves and allowed an unlucky goal in UCD’s 3-1 win over Oregon State at Aggie Soccer Stadium. He takes over the important spot from Charles Warne, who started all 18 games last season and finished with 49 saves.

"I’ve got to give credit to Brian,” UCD coach Dwayne Shaffer said. “He sat behind two great goalkeepers in front of him but now he finally gets his chance. He’s getting better and more comfortable with every game we’re playing.”

Paul Marcoux, Chris Leer and Ian Conklin picked up the goals for the Aggies, who host Portland on Sunday.

- Conor Tekautz