September 29, 2023 

Fort Worth, TX – In a highly-anticipated showdown the Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lions soccer team clashed with their cross-town rivals, the Texas Wesleyan University (TWU) Rams, in an electrifying Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) encounter on Friday evening. The match lived up to its hype, and the Lions emerged victorious, defeating the Rams with a scoreline of 2-1. This victory marked a significant milestone for SAGU, as it secured their first conference win of the 2023 season.

Lions Review 
The game kicked off with a bang as Ethan Stewart scored the first goal of the match. With a remarkable unassisted goal, Stewart sent shockwaves through the stadium. His goal not only put the Lions ahead but also infused a surge of energy and determination into the entire SAGU squad as they headed into halftime with the lead. 

The Lions' defensive fortitude was also on full display, with David Calvete Beltran making a massive impact in the goal box. His exceptional saves throughout the game proved to be a crucial factor in preserving the Lions' lead and securing the hard-fought victory.

Ethan Stewart continued to shine in the second half, proving that he was a relentless force on the field. In the 71st minute of the game, Stewart found the back of the net once more, showcasing his scoring prowess. This time, he was assisted by Pedro Figueiredo Mattoso, a testament to the teamwork and synergy within the Lions' ranks.

With a total of 8 saves in the game, David Calvete Beltran demonstrated incredible composure under pressure.

The SAGU Lions now look ahead to their next challenge as they hit the road to face Oklahoma Panhandle State University on October 3rd (Tuesday) at 7:30 PM. 

As a leading Christian university, SAGU educates and prepares individuals who want to serve Christ and others. SAGU helps students discover and develop their God-given callings in a Spirit-empowered, learning community. We believe in affordable tuition, made possible in part through the financial support of donors who embrace the mission of SAGU and the importance of affordable, accredited programs to train Christians for leadership in ministry, business, education, and service. Most majors are available in-person in Waxahachie, TX, and online through a wide range of associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.