Paul Quinn Falls to LSU Alexandria 3-1 in a Hard-Fought Contest
Alexandria, LA — In a competitive match on September 26, 2024, Paul Quinn College was defeated by LSU Alexandria with a final score of 3-1. Despite a valiant effort, the Tigers of Paul Quinn could not overcome the Generals, who performed strongly in front of their home crowd.
The match started with LSU Alexandria controlling the pace. Adam Sherwood scored the first goal for the Generals at the 23:20 mark with an unassisted strike, putting them up 1-0. The home side doubled their lead before halftime when Damian Kunc found the back of the net at 37:37, assisted by Joshua Angel Craven, giving LSU Alexandria a comfortable 2-0 lead going into the break.
Paul Quinn came out with renewed energy in the second half, and their persistence paid off when Frankie Oviedo scored at 60:25. Oviedo's unassisted effort brought the score to 2-1, giving the Tigers hope for a comeback. However, three minutes later, the Generals extended their lead again. Sorley Youngs netted LSU Alexandria's third goal at 63:14, with another assist from Craven, cementing the victory for the home team.
Key Performances
Oviedo's lone goal for Paul Quinn was the match's highlight, as he put one of the Tigers' eight shots on target. Goalkeeper Jose Martinez was kept busy throughout the contest, facing 18 shots in total, 10 of which were on goal. Martinez made seven saves but couldn't stop the three well-placed strikes from LSU Alexandria.
Conversely, the Generals were sharp in attack, with a well-balanced offense that produced 18 shots. Adam Sherwood, Damian Kunc, and Sorley Youngs found the back of the net, while Craven contributed two assists, playing a pivotal role in their success.
Game Stats and Breakdown
The match saw an evenly distributed number of fouls, with Paul Quinn committing 20 and LSU Alexandria 22. The Generals had a notable advantage in corner kicks, earning nine to Paul Quinn's one. Despite Paul Quinn's efforts in the second half, LSU Alexandria's defensive play remained solid, as goalkeeper Mattia Loioli was rarely tested, facing just one shot on goal.
Paul Quinn's record now stands at 0-3-1 (0-3-0 in conference play), while LSU Alexandria improves to 3-3-1 overall (1-0-1 in conference).
Looking Ahead
Paul Quinn will aim to bounce back in their next match and secure their first win of the season. Their effort against a strong LSU Alexandria side showed promise, but they must tighten up defensively and create more chances moving forward.
Final Score: LSU Alexandria 3, Paul Quinn 1