November 3, 2023
Oklahoma City, OK - The Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lions soccer team hit the road as the No. 8 seed to face the formidable No. 1 seed Mid-America Christian University (MACU) Evangels for the opening round of the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) Tournament at the Dill Soccer Field in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Lions aimed to upset the top-ranked MACU squad, but the contest proved challenging, ending their postseason journey.
Lions Review
The Lions didn't shy away from showing their eagerness to take on the MACU team. They burst into the game with extreme aggression and passion, setting the tone for an intense showdown. In the first half, despite trailing 1-0, the Lions showcased their determination. Wenceslau Coimbra had a spectacular shot that narrowly missed the goal, leaving the Lions with plenty to be proud of at halftime.
However, in the second half, the MACU team demonstrated why they earned the No. 1 seed. They moved the ball seamlessly and managed to score three more goals. The final score saw MACU emerging victorious with a 4-0 win.
SAGU goalkeeper David Calvete Beltran made four athletic saves against the relentless MACU pressure, but it wasn't enough to secure the victory. In terms of key statistics, MACU outshot SAGU 19 to 9, and SAGU committed twice as many fouls as MACU, with 14 to MACU's 7.
The Lions displayed incredible spirit and determination, pushing the top-ranked MACU squad to their limits. Although the postseason journey may have ended, the Lions can look back on their SAC Tournament opener with pride, knowing they left it all on the field.
As the SAC postseason concludes, the SAGU Lions soccer team will regroup and prepare for the challenges and opportunities that the future holds.
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