The UTRGV Vaqueros men's soccer team played to a dramatic 1-1 draw against the Stetson Hatters in their season opener, with Sammy Jadid netting a late equalizer in the 88th minute. Stetson initially took the lead with a goal from William Mills in the 81st minute, silencing the crowd of 358. Despite a lack of scoring chances in the first half, the Vaqueros rallied in the final moments to maintain their unbeaten record with a 1-0-1 season start.

By the Numbers
  • UTRGV outshot Stetson 10-9 and had a 5-3 advantage in shots on goal.
  • Conrad Knight recorded 2 saves for UTRGV, while Matthew McCall had 4 saves for Stetson.
State of Play
  • The draw keeps UTRGV's season record at 1-0-1 after two games.
  • The team will have a week off before facing South Florida on September 6.
What's Next

UTRGV will aim to build on this draw as they prepare to take on South Florida. Fans can tune in on ESPN+ or follow live stats during the match.

Bottom Line

This late comeback highlights the resiliency of the Vaqueros, suggesting a promising season ahead if they can maintain their momentum and capitalize on opportunities.