Paul Quinn Triumphs Over Texas College in a 3-1 Victory
October 26, 2024, Dallas, TX — On a chilly afternoon in Dallas, the Paul Quinn Tigers surged past the Texas College Steers, securing a decisive 3-1 victory. The match began evenly, with both sides showing strong defensive organization, but Paul Quinn’s offensive push in the second half proved too much for the Steers.
First Half Summary
Texas College drew first blood at the 31:10 mark with a goal from forward Njabulo Nkosi, who capitalized on a well-placed assist by Kleber Nino. This put the Steers up 1-0, a lead they maintained until halftime. Despite trailing, Paul Quinn applied steady pressure, tallying six shots to Texas College's three, but Steers' goalkeeper Juan Zapata held firm with crucial saves.
Second Half Surge
Paul Quinn emerged from halftime with renewed vigor, quickly shifting the game's momentum. In the 57th minute, Juan Mendoza netted the equalizer with an assist from William Cortes, setting the tone for the Tigers' offense. Just 11 minutes later, Frankie Oviedo converted a penalty kick to put Paul Quinn ahead 2-1. The goal seemed to deflate Texas College's confidence, and the Tigers continued to press.
Charlie Fisher sealed the victory in the 79th minute with a composed finish, assisted by Juan Mendoza, extending the lead to 3-1. Throughout the second half, Paul Quinn fired 13 shots compared to Texas College's five, showcasing their dominance.
Defensive Standouts
Both goalkeepers had notable performances. Jose Martinez of Paul Quinn and Juan Zapata of Texas College recorded five saves. However, Zapata faced relentless pressure, with Paul Quinn registering 19 shots, 14 of which were on target. Martinez's composed goalkeeping anchored Paul Quinn's defense, staving off late attempts by Texas College to mount a comeback.
Game Insights
Texas College's initial lead reflected their early organization and offensive effort. Still, Paul Quinn's adjustments in the second half and relentless forward play, particularly from Mendoza and Oviedo, tipped the balance. The Tigers also won the battle for control, holding a shot advantage and earning three more corner kicks than Texas College.
Despite the loss, Texas College showed promising flashes. Their lone goal was well-crafted, and they displayed resilience defensively in the first half. However, maintaining intensity for the full 90 minutes remains an area for improvement.
Game Statistics
Paul Quinn led in overall shots (19 to 8) and shots on goal (14 to 6). The two teams were evenly matched in goalkeeping, with both goalkeepers recording five saves each. The match saw ten fouls from Texas College and nine from Paul Quinn, reflecting the game's physical nature. Texas College received the only yellow card of the match at the 52-minute mark.