CLARKSVILLE, TENNESSEE — LeTourneau's student-athletes secured a 2-1 victory over Austin on Friday, improving to 7-6-5 overall while handing the home team its first loss in three matches. The Yellow Jackets' scholar-athletes capitalized on early pressure and second-half composure to claim the road win before a modest crowd.
Henry Shore opened scoring in the 11th minute, assisted by Caleb Nelson, giving LeTourneau an early advantage. Austin equalized through Luis Garza-Rios at 27:14, leveling the contest heading into halftime. The match remained deadlocked until Elias Arreguin restored LeTourneau's lead in the 56th minute, again with Nelson providing the assist, ultimately deciding the contest.
Shore's opening goal proved crucial, establishing momentum for the visiting student-athletes early. Garza-Rios answered quickly for Austin, demonstrating the home team's offensive capability despite trailing. Arreguin's second-half strike proved decisive, as LeTourneau's defense held firm through the final 33 minutes despite sustained Austin pressure.
Both teams generated identical shot attempts on goal, each recording three conversions from 12 and 10 attempts respectively. LeTourneau's goalkeeper Edson Camara Martinez made two saves, while Austin's Patrick Bassett recorded one. The home team dominated corner opportunities 4-2, yet failed to convert their territorial advantage into goals.
Nelson's two assists highlighted LeTourneau's attacking efficiency, orchestrating both go-ahead goals through precise service. Arreguin