The Utah Tech women's soccer team secured an exhibition victory over UNLV with a 3-2 score on Thursday night, showcasing a dominant first-half performance. Bre Koscielski opened the scoring in the sixth minute, with Lataya Brost and Gianna Tomasello adding two more goals before halftime. Although UNLV responded with two goals in the second half, UT managed to maintain their lead. Head coach Lexi Brown expressed satisfaction with the team's early offensive execution and the opportunity to test their depth before the regular season begins.

By the Numbers
  • UT outshot UNLV 12-9, with 9 shots on goal compared to UNLV's 4.
  • Utah Tech used 10 substitutions, including three different goalkeepers during the match.
State of Play
  • UT's offense was propelled by strong teamwork, with multiple players contributing assists.
  • The team effectively managed the game, despite UNLV's aggressive second-half comeback.
What's Next

Utah Tech will kick off its regular season with a match against UC Irvine on August 12, aiming to build on their exhibition success.

Bottom Line

The Trailblazers demonstrated their scoring potential and depth in their exhibition win, setting a positive tone heading into the regular season. Early goals create momentum that could prove vital in their upcoming games.