HOBBS, N.M. – The University of the Southwest Mustangs capped off Senior Day in impressive fashion Friday afternoon, rolling to a 9-1 victory over Texas College in conference action at home. The win marks Southwest's eighth victory of the season and provided a memorable sendoff for the program's seniors.
Southwest controlled the match from the opening whistle and struck early when Ron Webb found the back of the net just 3:54 into the contest to give the Mustangs a 1-0 lead. The advantage doubled in the 19th minute as Juan Perez finished off an assist from Yahir Chacon. Texas College answered with a goal from Aleksander Gavric in the 33rd minute, sending Southwest into halftime with a 2-1 lead.
The second half belonged entirely to the Mustangs.
Adrian Campbell opened the floodgates in the 57th minute before assisting a goal by Moises Corza less than a minute later. Dilan Amezcua made an immediate impact off the bench, assisting Ian Mackliff's goal in the 61st minute before scoring one of his own just 31 seconds later.
Southwest continued to pile on as Jose Attong, Wesley Kimbell, and Alejandro Mendoza each added goals down the stretch. Mendoza's score came in the final seconds of regulation, putting the finishing touches on the Mustangs' nine-goal performance.
The Mustangs dominated statistically, outshooting Texas College 25-4 and holding a commanding 16-3 advantage in shots on goal. Stephen Chairez recorded two saves in goal, while the Southwest defense limited the Steers to just one score throughout the match.
Nine different Southwest players scored in the victory, highlighting the team's depth and balanced attack. Campbell and Amezcua each contributed a goal and an assist, while Chacon, Jose Garcia, and other Mustang playmakers added assists in the offensive showcase.
With family, friends, and supporters in attendance for Senior Day, the Mustangs delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, celebrating their senior class with a decisive 9-1 conference victory.
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